Registration for اعتکاف at the Masjid al-Haram for 2025 officially commenced on March 5, 2025. This annual observance, which allows Muslims to dedicate themselves fully to worship during the last ten days of Ramadan, is highlighted by the General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques as a sacred opportunity to connect with one's faith.
According to the authority, the clerics emphasized the importance of الفريدة, or unique opportunity, to worship within the sacred confines of the mosque, surrounded by fellow believers. The registration process is entirely electronic, aimed at enhancing accessibility and streamlining how worshippers can prepare for this significant time.
Eligible participants must be at least 18 years old, ensuring they can assume the responsibilities and commitments required during اعتکاف. Those interested are required to register via the official electronic portal of the General Authority. Specific guidelines are put in place to maintain order and respect within the mosque, including the necessity to adhere to proper behavior and respect others during this time.
The actual period of اعتکاف will begin on the night of the 20th of Ramadan and conclude at sunset on the final day of the holy month. This season is marked by heightened spirituality, with the possibility of achieving personal transformation through uninterrupted worship and reflection.
Alongside this development, the Service and General Administration Authority of Jordan also made headlines. The authority published the competitive job application data for 2025 on its electronic website, which will help fill 30% of public sector vacancies this year. Applicants can review their data as part of the 'Khasf' system, which allows individuals to submit their feedback electronically.
The deadline for providing such feedback is set for March 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM. The authority stresses the importance of using the designated electronic link for any submissions, underlining their commitment to improving transparency and efficiency within public sector recruitment.
"نحث كافة المتقدمين على الاطلاع على بياناتهم في الكشف وإرسال ملاحظاتهم" (We urge all applicants to review their data in the Khasf and send their observations), stated the Service and General Administration Authority. They made it clear, though, no feedback would be accepted after the specified deadline, emphasizing their focus on structured and organized hiring processes.
Only applications submitted before November 30, 2023, are included, as the authority has since ceased accepting new applications. This aligns with their broader efforts to modernize the public sector and transition toward open announcement systems for recruitment.
Both the اعتکاف registration and the civil service job application processes reflect significant strides toward utilizing technology to facilitate communal and civic participation. These initiatives help populations engage in both productive labor within government sectors and deepen their faith through worship.
For those planning to participate, early registration is strongly advised to secure their place for اعتکاف due to limited spaces. Ensuring everything is prepared well beforehand not only assures worshippers of accommodation but also allows them to focus on their religious obligations without distraction.Overall, these organized efforts spotlight the dynamics at play within society, as they bring communities together, whether through prayer or public service, fostering collective growth and development.