In a groundbreaking move, Saudi Arabia has introduced the “Manara Robot” in the Grand Mosque of Mecca, blending faith with artificial intelligence. The AI-powered machine answers religious queries in multiple languages, ensuring seamless guidance for millions of worshippers.
Unveiled by Abdulrahman Al Sudais, this innovation is part of Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation initiative, modernizing religious services. The robot provides Sharia-based answers from a governed database and offers direct video calls with top clerics for complex queries.
Inspired by Islamic architecture, the Manara Robot is the latest in a series of AI-driven initiatives aimed at enriching the spiritual experience of pilgrims, especially during Ramadan and Umrah season. As technology continues to evolve, Saudi Arabia is redefining religious accessibility in Islam’s holiest site.
