Mecca: Arafat preacher Sheikh Saleh bin Hamid, whose lineage traces back to the Bani Khalid tribe, has made significant contributions to Islamic scholarship and leadership throughout his career. Born in Buraidah, Qassim region, Sheikh Saleh was raised by his father, Sheikh Abdullah bin Muhammad bin Hamid, a renowned scholar. At an early age, he memorized the Quran in Buraidah and further perfected his recitation with Tajweed in the Grand Mosque. According to Union of OIC News Agencies, Sheikh Saleh is a graduate of the Holy Quran Memorization Society in Makkah and pursued formal education in Islamic jurisprudence. He completed his undergraduate studies at the College of Sharia and Islamic Studies and obtained a Master's and PhD in Islamic jurisprudence from Umm Al-Qura University. Sheikh Saleh began his service as Imam of the Grand Mosque in 1403 AH and later became its official Imam and Preacher. His teaching spans various topics, including faith, jurisprudence, and biographies, with lessons held at the Gr and Mosque and other mosques in Riyadh. His academic roles include positions at Umm Al-Qura University and Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University. He has participated in numerous scientific conferences worldwide and authored writings on the importance of Sharia law and human rights in Islam. Sheikh Saleh has held several administrative positions, such as President of the Supreme Judicial Council and Chairman of the Shura Council. He has been actively involved in various committees and organizations, contributing significantly to Islamic education and governance.