Sheikha Hessa's Passing Sparks Mourning in UAE
Mourning in Umm Al Quwain: Sheikh's Mother Passes, Three Days of Official Mourning Declared
The northern emirate of Umm Al Quwain in the United Arab Emirates plunged into deep mourning early in the week after the passing of Sheikha Hessa bint Humaid bin Abdul Rahman Al Shamsi, the mother of Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, on Monday. The news was officially confirmed by the Umm Al Quwain Ruler's Office, and a three-day official mourning period was announced in the emirate, during which flags at state institutions will be flown at half-mast.
Funeral and Prayers at Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mualla Mosque
The funeral prayers are scheduled to take place after the Dhuhr prayer on Monday at the Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mualla Mosque located in the Al Ras area of Umm Al Quwain. The ceremony is expected to be attended by numerous dignitaries, family members, and local residents who will pay their respects to the esteemed Sheikha. Mourners will share in the ruling family's sorrow through their prayers and memories.
The Ruler's Condolences
Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, the ruler of Umm Al Quwain and a member of the UAE Supreme Council, personally confirmed his mother's death. The ruler's office shared a poignant religious quote in its statement:
"In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful… O restored soul, return to your Lord well-pleased and well-accepted. Enter among my servants, and enter my paradise. Allah's word is true."
This quote reflects not only the depth of grief but also the power of faith and hope upon which the mourners rely during these difficult moments.
Official Mourning Period in the Emirate
During the three-day mourning period, Umm Al Quwain's public institutions and ministries will transition to quieter operations, and the lowering of flags to half-mast is a sign of respect. During this time, a more subdued atmosphere prevails in the emirate, with social events and gatherings expected to be postponed or held in a reduced format.
Sheikha Hessa: A Respected Mother, Role Model
Sheikha Hessa bint Humaid bin Abdul Rahman Al Shamsi was a significant figure not only for her family but for the entire emirate. Her life was defined by the values, traditions, and service to the community. She was deeply respected within the ruling family and beyond, and many remember her as a quiet yet significant figure in the emirate's development.
A Nation’s Sympathy
Not only Umm Al Quwain but the entire UAE community turns compassionately towards Sheikh Saud and his family. The nation's leaders and public figures have expressed their condolences, with thousands sharing their sympathies and prayers for the bereaved family on social media platforms.
Summary:
The loss of Sheikha Hessa bint Humaid bin Abdul Rahman Al Shamsi has left a deep wound not only in the Umm Al Quwain ruling family but in the life of the entire emirate. The three-day mourning period gives the public a chance to collectively remember and honor a woman who quietly but profoundly touched the hearts of many.
(Source: Official statement from the Umm Al Quwain Government Office.)
