Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia
Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia is the highest religious authority in the country. The king himself appointed one to the post. The ex-officio Grand Mufti became a permanent member of the Standing Committee on Ilmi Research and Fatwas.
| Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia | |
|---|---|
| Office of the Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia | |
| Style | Grand Mufti Sheikh |
| Status | Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia |
| Member of | Permanent Committee for Islamic Research and Issuing Fatwas |
| Nominator | King of Saudi Arabia |
| Term length | No fixed term |
| Inaugural holder | Muhammad ibn Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh |
| Formation | 1953 |
| Website | mufti |
Introduction
Grand mufti is the most powerful religious authority in Saudi Arabia . His main job is to issue fatwas on various legal and social issues. The court system in Saudi Arabia is greatly influenced by his fatwa.
List of responsible persons
- Muhammad ibn Ibrahim Al ash-Sheikh 1953–1969
- Position abolished 1969–1993
- Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah bin Baz 1993–1999
- Abdul-Aziz ibn Abdullah Al ash-Sheikh 1999–present