Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has issued a powerful new directive urging imams across the Kingdom to focus this Friday’s sermon on greed and the rising issue of unfair rent increases. This initiative aligns with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030, which promotes social justice and affordable housing for all citizens.
According to the Ministry, imams are being asked to remind landlords and the public of Islamic teachings that strictly forbid exploitation for personal gain. The sermons will shed light on how greed and excessive rent hikes can harm families, disrupt social unity, and contradict the principles of fairness and compassion central to Islam.
Officials explained that the purpose of this effort is to raise awareness about ethical conduct in financial and housing matters while reinforcing the values of empathy, generosity, and community welfare. By addressing this issue from the pulpit, Saudi authorities aim to promote collective responsibility and inspire landlords to act with integrity toward low- and middle-income tenants.
Religious leaders and social commentators have widely praised the move, calling it a crucial step toward fostering a more compassionate and balanced society—one where morality outweighs materialism and justice prevails within the housing sector.
