جامع الشيخ سليمان بن ابراهيم الحماد

“A beacon of knowledge for long decades.” That’s how the Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh Mosque is described.

Welcome to the Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh Mosque. It stands as one of Riyadh’s historical mosques. For many years it has been a center of learning and a significant landmark.

The Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh Mosque is located in the Qasr Al-Hukm District. Specifically it is based in ad-Dirah neighborhood. You’ll find it south of Souq al-Zal. Abdullah bin Muhammad Al Sheikh established the mosque in 1773. Back then it was known as the Dakhna Grand Mosque. It was located in the Dakhna quarter. This area eventually became known as Hayy al-Ulema meaning neighborhood of the scholars.

The mosque transformed into a hub for Hanbali Sunni scholars. It became a place for religious and scientific studies. The Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh Mosque has been renovated multiple times. Renovations occurred in 1942 1962 and 1983.

In January 2001 Crown Prince Abdullah bin Abdulaziz ordered the expansion and rebuilding of the mosque. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City oversaw the renovation. Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz supervised the project. The renovation was completed in December 2005.

The Dakhna Grand Mosque was renamed Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Mosque in honor of Muhammad ibn Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh. He served as the imam of the mosque. He later became the first Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia in 1953. He held both positions until his death in 1969.

The reconstructed mosque covers an area of 9000 square meters. It includes prayer spaces for men and women. The mosque also features a nave and a portico. You’ll also find offices for the Committee for the Command of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice. Other facilities include a maintenance area shops a library and parking.

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City focused on harmony. They integrated the lighting external plazas passageways shaded seating areas and parking lots. The mosque also connects with four other development programs. These are Souq Al-Zall Development Program the High Court Headquarter the Penal Court Headquarter and Dukhna Square.

With its rich history and beautiful design the Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh Mosque remains an important part of Riyadh. It stands as a testament to faith learning and community.