A Bangladeshi cleaning worker has captured hearts worldwide after a video went viral showing him offering his personal prayer rug to a pilgrim inside Mecca’s Grand Mosque.
متداول في #مكة..
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عامل نظافة يتنازل عن سجادته ويهديها لشخص لم يحصل على واحدة، في لقطة تجسّد المعنى الحقيقي للعطاء ❤️pic.twitter.com/vAr1s0HYp3
The selfless gesture prompted the Mecca Mayoralty to formally honour him for his humility, compassion, and dedication to serving worshippers, according to the Saudi Gazette.
In a statement, the Mayoralty said the recognition was granted in appreciation of the worker’s exemplary behaviour and sincere service to pilgrims. Officials described the gesture as a “powerful reflection of the values that define Mecca and the Grand Mosque.”