Ban on the use of Allah’s names in public places !

Strict Sharia Rules Implemented in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) – Saudi Arabia has decided to strictly enforce Islamic Sharia law. A new set of rules has been announced for naming public places across the Kingdom. Any names that contradict the principles of Sharia have been prohibited, and tighter controls have been introduced to maintain uniformity as well as administrative and cultural continuity in naming.

According to these rules, the use of Allah’s names in public places has been banned. These regulations will apply to all government-owned properties, including municipal offices, schools, universities, hospitals, cultural centers, sports complexes, mosques, transport facilities, and other government assets. The objective behind this move is to standardize practices in line with Islamic values and national identity.

1. Under the new rules, each government institution will be responsible for naming public places within its jurisdiction and must strictly adhere to the prescribed guidelines. Concerned authorities have been instructed to formulate internal bylaws for this purpose. Permission to name public facilities after the names of God has been limited to only seven names: Al-Salam, Al-Adl, Al-Awwal, Al-Noor, Al-Haq, Al-Shahid, and Al-Malik.

2. Prior approval will be required to name public places after the King of Saudi Arabia, the Crown Prince, or leaders of friendly nations. This highlights the sensitivity involved in such naming decisions.