The level of effectiveness of the unified Friday sermon on Islamic preaching in Palestine (West Bank)

Abstract

Abstract

This research focuses on studying the effectiveness of unified Friday sermons in Islamic preaching in Palestine (the West Bank). It is a scientific study based on real statistics and aims to clarify the main positives and negatives of unified Friday sermons on Islamic preaching, preachers, and the audience.  It also seeks to assess the impact and role of unified Friday sermons in consolidating efforts to address general societal issues. The research is divided into three main sections and a conclusion that covers the most important findings and recommendations. The scientific methodology of the research is based on the descriptive-analytical methodology. Among the key findings of the study is that the unification of the Friday sermon topic was motivated by the need to regulate direct religious discourse and place the sermon topic under state control and supervision. The research presents both positive and negative effects of unified Friday sermons on Islamic preaching, preachers, and the audience, accompanied by several recommendations and proposals.

Keywords: Friday sermon, unified Friday sermon, West Bank.