مع احتفال المملكة بيومها الوطني، نسترجع الجذور العميقة التي قامت عليها الدولة، ونُسلّط الضوء على الأصالة التي كانت وما زالت مصدر قوة وفخر لكل سعودي، إذ حققت المملكة معادلة متوازنة بين الأصالة والحياة العصرية، وحافظت على قيمها الراسخة، وفي الوقت ذاته واكبت التطورات العالمية في مختلف المجالات، فالحداثة والتطوّر لا يُفقدانا هويتنا، بل ننطلق منهما بوعي واعتزاز. كل ما وصلنا إليه من تطوّر ورفعة أساسه ماضٍ أصيل وهُوية لا نتخلى عنها، الجذور الثقافية والاجتماعية والتاريخية التي حافظ عليها السعوديون عبر الأجيال كانت سبباً في وحدتهم ونهضتهم.
الأصالة لم تكن مظهراً خارجياً، بل كانت جوهر الحكم والإدارة وبناء المجتمع، أُسس بناء الدولة السعودية على الأصالة ترتكز على مجموعة من المبادئ والقيم المتجذّرة في الهوية العربية والإسلامية، التي شكّلت دعامة قوية لقيام المملكة وتماسكها، ومن أبرز هذه الأسس:
الدين واللغة ثابتان وطنيان
التأكيد على مبادئ الإسلام باعتباره أساس الدولة مهّد الطريق لتأسيس كيان سياسي على أسس دينية راسخة في تشكيل القوانين، وتنظيم العلاقات، وترسيخ العدل والإنصاف في المجتمع، وشكّل الاهتمام باللغة العربية خطوة محورية في ترسيخ الهوية الوطنية، فقد ثُبّتت لغةً رسميةً تُعبّر عن وحدة الشعب وتاريخه، وامتدت لتكون أداة تعبير حضاري تحفظ الثقافة وتنقل القيم، وجسراً يربط الأجيال بالماضي ويقودهم بثقة نحو المستقبل.
إن الدين واللغة لم يكونا مجرد مقومات تأسيس، بل شكّلا معاً هوية راسخة للدولة السعودية، تنطلق منها بكل فخر نحو التطوير، محافظة على أصالتها، ومتمسكة بجذورها العميقة.
جذور ثابتة وانفتاح واعٍ
منذ تأسيس الدولة السعودية، أولى الملك عبدالعزيز -رحمه الله- التعليم والثقافة اهتماماً كبيراً باعتبارهما ركيزتين أساسيتين في بناء الدولة. فبدأت ملامح النهضة التعليمية تتشكل من خلال إنشاء المدارس، وتأسيس دور العلم والمكتبات، ليكون التعليم متاحاً لأبناء الوطن في مختلف مناطقه، لم يكن الهدف مجرد نقل المعرفة، بل غرس القيم والثقافة المحلية في عقول الأجيال، مع استيعاب الثقافات الأخرى منظومة تعليمية وثقافية أصيلة، تمزج بين الحفاظ على الهوية والانطلاق نحو التقدّم.
بهذا النهج استطاعت المملكة أن تزرع جذور التعليم في أرض الأصالة، وتُطلق فروعها نحو المستقبل بثقة ورؤية واضحة.
دعامة البناء والاستقرار
منذ تأسيسها، أولت المملكة أهمية بالغة لترسيخ الأمن قيمةً أصيلةً تنبع من هوية المجتمع وتقاليده. فجهود الدولة في ضبط النظام وبسط الأمان في مختلف المناطق لم تكن مجرد إجراءات إدارية، بل انعكاس لحرصها على حماية الإنسان والمكان، وتعزيز الشعور بالثقة والانتماء، وأسهم هذا الاستقرار في بناء مجتمعات حديثة، تنمو بثبات دون أن تتخلى عن أصالتها، لتظل المدن السعودية شاهدة على توازن فريد بين روح الماضي وأفق المستقبل.
الأصالة في تنمية
الاقتصاد والتقنية
منذ نشأتها، سعت المملكة إلى تنمية اقتصادها عبر استكشاف الثروات الطبيعية وتوسيع علاقاتها التجارية، دون أن تفرّط في أصالتها وقيمها. ومع رؤية المملكة 2030، تواصل المملكة هذا النهج المتوازن، بتعزيز التنوع الاقتصادي والابتكار، مستندة إلى إرثها العريق، لتصنع مستقبلاً مزدهراً يرتكز على الجذور ويواكب الطموح.
وتبنّت المملكة نهجاً متوازناً يجمع بين التقدم التقني والحفاظ على الهوية، إذ سعت منذ بداياتها إلى استقطاب أحدث التقنيات العالمية وتوظيفها في تطوير البنية التحتية والخدمات، دون أن تتخلّى عن أصالتها الثقافية والاجتماعية. ويُعد هذا التوجه ركيزة أساسية في تحقيق رؤية 2030، التي تهدف إلى بناء وطن حديث، متطور رقمياً، وراسخ الجذور في قيمه وهويته.
روح المجتمع المتماسك
منذ تأسيس الدولة السعودية، قامت بنية المجتمع على منظومة من القيم الأصيلة مثل الكرم، النخوة، صلة الرحم، الاحترام، والضيافة، التي لم تكن مجرد ممارسات فردية، بل نُسجت في نسيج الحياة اليومية.
تجلّت هذه القيم في علاقات الناس، وفي المناسبات، وحتى في بيئة العمل، مما عزز روح الانتماء والتكافل.
ورغم التحديث والتطور اللذين شهدتهما المملكة، لا تزال هذه القيم حاضرة، تُشكل جسراً بين الماضي العريق والحاضر المزدهر، وتُجسّد شعار «عزنا بأصالتنا» واقعاً حياً في حياة الناس وتعاملاتهم.
صورة حيّة لأصالة القيم
في كل عام، يظهر موسم الحج واحداً من أعظم المشاهد التي تتجلّى فيها أصالة القيم السعودية المتوارثة، من الكرم والشهامة والإيثار، فخلال هذه الأيام المباركة، تتسابق أيادي السعوديين لخدمة ضيوف الرحمن، وتقديم كل ما يعينهم على أداء المناسك براحة وسهولة.
تُشاهد الفرق التطوعية والشباب والشابات في الميادين، يرشدون التائهين، ويساعدون كبار السن وذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة، في مشهد يُجسد الروح السعودية الأصيلة المتجذرة في النخوة والضيافة.
موسم الحج ليس مجرد شعيرة دينية كبرى، بل مناسبة تتجدد فيها قيمنا الأصيلة التي تربّى عليها المجتمع السعودي منذ التأسيس، وتتجلّى بوضوح في كل موقف ومشهد إنساني، فيكبر معها الاحترام الدولي للمملكة، ويزداد الاعتزاز بالهوية الوطنية.
الأصالة في احترام الحِرَف
الحِرَف التقليدية كانت ولا تزال جزءاً من الهوية السعودية، تعبّر عن مهارة الإنسان وارتباطه بأرضه وثقافته. وقد حافظ المجتمع على تقدير الحرفيين، واعتبر الحِرفة مصدر فخر وإرث تتوارثه الأجيال، واليوم تستمر المملكة في دعم هذه الحِرَف من خلال المعارض والبرامج؛ تعزيزاً للأصالة وتحقيقاً لرؤية 2030 في الحفاظ على التراث الوطني.
أم حاتم تحكي قصة «السدو» بين الأمس واليوم
في زمنٍ تسارعت فيه الصناعات وتطورت فيه الآلات، استطاعت الحرفيّة (حميدة الزايدي) المعروفة بأم حاتم، أن تحفظ حرفة السدو من التلاشي، وتحافظ على بريقها في ظل العصر الرقمي.
تقول: «رغم تطور الصناعات، حياكة السدو ما زالت تحتل مكانة خاصة، بل زاد الإقبال عليها في السنوات الأخيرة بشكل كبير ولافت».
وترى أم حاتم أن الجيل الجديد أصبح أكثر تقبلاً لهذه الحرفة، خصوصاً بعد أن تم دمجها في ديكورات المنازل والملبوسات العصرية.
وتضيف: «وسائل التواصل ساعدتني كثيراً، وأمارس الحياكة من منزلي ويشاهدني الكثيرون، حتى أن بعض المبتعثات في أمريكا وأوروبا يتابعنني وأقدم دورات تدريبية عن بُعد».
أما عن الملابس التراثية، فتقول: إن الإقبال عليها ما زال موجوداً، وإن كان محدوداً بسبب صعوبتها في الاستخدام اليومي، خصوصاً في المناسبات كالزفاف. لكنها استطاعت أن تعيد إحياء هذه الأزياء الشعبية بطريقتها الخاصة، فتمزج في تصميماتها روح الأصالة مع لمسة عصرية تجعلها مناسبة للحياة اليومية.
وتختم أم حاتم حديثها قائلة: «أنا أرحب بأي تعاون يدعم هذا الإرث العظيم وينقله إلى العالمية، فالحفاظ على التراث مسؤوليتنا جميعاً».
إن الأصالة ليست مجرد ماضٍ نعتز به، بل هي امتداد حيّ نعيشه في تفاصيل حاضرنا، ومرآة لهويتنا التي لا تتغير مهما تغيّر العالم من حولنا. هي القيم التي نغرسها في أبنائنا، وهي المبادئ التي نواجه بها تحديات العصر بثقة. وحين ننظر لمستقبلنا بعين الطموح فإننا ننطلق من أرضٍ ثابتة الجذور، أصيلة الملامح... فعزّنا بطبعنا.
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As the Kingdom celebrates its National Day, we recall the deep roots upon which the state was built, highlighting the authenticity that has been and continues to be a source of strength and pride for every Saudi. The Kingdom has achieved a balanced equation between authenticity and modern life, preserving its deep-seated values while simultaneously keeping pace with global developments in various fields. Modernity and progress do not strip us of our identity; rather, we launch from them with awareness and pride. Everything we have achieved in terms of development and elevation is based on an authentic past and an identity we do not abandon. The cultural, social, and historical roots that Saudis have maintained across generations have been the reason for their unity and renaissance.
Authenticity was not merely an external appearance; it was the essence of governance, administration, and community building. The foundations of the Saudi state are rooted in a set of principles and values deeply embedded in the Arab and Islamic identity, which formed a strong pillar for the establishment and cohesion of the Kingdom. Among the most prominent of these foundations:
Religion and language are national constants.
The emphasis on the principles of Islam as the foundation of the state paved the way for establishing a political entity based on solid religious foundations in shaping laws, organizing relationships, and entrenching justice and fairness in society. The focus on the Arabic language was a pivotal step in solidifying national identity, as it was established as an official language that expresses the unity of the people and their history. It extended to become a tool for cultural expression that preserves culture and transmits values, serving as a bridge connecting generations to the past and leading them confidently toward the future.
Religion and language were not merely foundational elements; together they formed a solid identity for the Saudi state, from which it proudly advances toward development, preserving its authenticity and holding onto its deep roots.
Stable roots and conscious openness
Since the establishment of the Saudi state, King Abdulaziz - may God have mercy on him - placed great importance on education and culture as essential pillars in building the state. The features of educational renaissance began to take shape through the establishment of schools, founding centers of knowledge and libraries, making education accessible to the nation's children in various regions. The goal was not merely to transfer knowledge but to instill local values and culture in the minds of generations while embracing other cultures in an authentic educational and cultural system that blends preserving identity with advancing progress.
With this approach, the Kingdom was able to plant the roots of education in the land of authenticity and launch its branches toward the future with confidence and a clear vision.
Pillar of construction and stability
Since its establishment, the Kingdom has placed immense importance on entrenching security as a fundamental value stemming from the identity and traditions of society. The state's efforts to maintain order and ensure safety in various regions were not merely administrative measures but a reflection of its commitment to protecting people and places, enhancing feelings of trust and belonging. This stability contributed to building modern communities that grow steadily without abandoning their authenticity, allowing Saudi cities to stand as witnesses to a unique balance between the spirit of the past and the horizon of the future.
Authenticity in development
Economy and technology
Since its inception, the Kingdom has sought to develop its economy by exploring natural resources and expanding its trade relations without compromising its authenticity and values. With Vision 2030, the Kingdom continues this balanced approach by enhancing economic diversity and innovation, relying on its rich heritage to create a prosperous future rooted in its foundations while keeping pace with ambition.
The Kingdom has adopted a balanced approach that combines technological advancement with preserving identity, as it has sought since its beginnings to attract the latest global technologies and employ them in developing infrastructure and services, without abandoning its cultural and social authenticity. This direction is a fundamental pillar in achieving Vision 2030, which aims to build a modern nation, digitally advanced, and deeply rooted in its values and identity.
The spirit of a cohesive community
Since the establishment of the Saudi state, the structure of society has been based on a system of authentic values such as generosity, honor, kinship, respect, and hospitality, which were not merely individual practices but woven into the fabric of daily life.
These values manifested in people's relationships, in occasions, and even in the work environment, enhancing the spirit of belonging and solidarity.
Despite the modernization and development that the Kingdom has witnessed, these values remain present, forming a bridge between the rich past and the flourishing present, embodying the slogan "Our pride is in our authenticity" as a living reality in people's lives and interactions.
A living image of the authenticity of values
Every year, the Hajj season emerges as one of the greatest scenes where the authenticity of inherited Saudi values, such as generosity, nobility, and selflessness, is manifested. During these blessed days, the hands of Saudis race to serve the guests of God, providing everything that helps them perform their rituals with comfort and ease.
Volunteer teams and young men and women can be seen in the fields, guiding the lost, assisting the elderly and those with special needs, in a scene that embodies the authentic Saudi spirit rooted in honor and hospitality.
The Hajj season is not merely a major religious ritual but an occasion where our authentic values, which the Saudi community has been raised on since its establishment, are renewed. These values are clearly manifested in every human situation and scene, increasing international respect for the Kingdom and enhancing pride in national identity.
Authenticity in respecting crafts
Traditional crafts have been and continue to be part of Saudi identity, expressing human skill and connection to the land and culture. The community has maintained its appreciation for artisans, considering craftsmanship a source of pride and a heritage passed down through generations. Today, the Kingdom continues to support these crafts through exhibitions and programs, enhancing authenticity and achieving Vision 2030 in preserving national heritage.
Um Hatim tells the story of "Sadu" between yesterday and today
In an era where industries have accelerated and machines have evolved, the artisan (Hamida Al-Zaydi), known as Um Hatim, has managed to preserve the craft of Sadu from fading away and maintain its brilliance in the digital age.
She says: "Despite the advancement of industries, Sadu weaving still holds a special place, and interest in it has significantly and remarkably increased in recent years."
Um Hatim believes that the new generation has become more receptive to this craft, especially after it has been integrated into home decorations and modern clothing.
She adds: "Social media has helped me a lot; I practice weaving from my home, and many people watch me, even some students studying abroad in America and Europe follow me, and I offer remote training courses."
Regarding traditional clothing, she states that interest in it still exists, albeit limited due to its difficulty in daily use, especially during occasions like weddings. However, she has managed to revive these popular outfits in her own way, blending the spirit of authenticity with a modern touch that makes them suitable for daily life.
Um Hatim concludes her remarks by saying: "I welcome any collaboration that supports this great heritage and takes it to the global stage, as preserving heritage is our collective responsibility."
Authenticity is not merely a past we cherish; it is a living extension we experience in the details of our present and a mirror of our identity that does not change regardless of how the world around us changes. It is the values we instill in our children and the principles with which we face the challenges of the era with confidence. When we look at our future with ambition, we launch from a land with deep-rooted foundations and authentic features... for our pride is in our nature.
Authenticity was not merely an external appearance; it was the essence of governance, administration, and community building. The foundations of the Saudi state are rooted in a set of principles and values deeply embedded in the Arab and Islamic identity, which formed a strong pillar for the establishment and cohesion of the Kingdom. Among the most prominent of these foundations:
Religion and language are national constants.
The emphasis on the principles of Islam as the foundation of the state paved the way for establishing a political entity based on solid religious foundations in shaping laws, organizing relationships, and entrenching justice and fairness in society. The focus on the Arabic language was a pivotal step in solidifying national identity, as it was established as an official language that expresses the unity of the people and their history. It extended to become a tool for cultural expression that preserves culture and transmits values, serving as a bridge connecting generations to the past and leading them confidently toward the future.
Religion and language were not merely foundational elements; together they formed a solid identity for the Saudi state, from which it proudly advances toward development, preserving its authenticity and holding onto its deep roots.
Stable roots and conscious openness
Since the establishment of the Saudi state, King Abdulaziz - may God have mercy on him - placed great importance on education and culture as essential pillars in building the state. The features of educational renaissance began to take shape through the establishment of schools, founding centers of knowledge and libraries, making education accessible to the nation's children in various regions. The goal was not merely to transfer knowledge but to instill local values and culture in the minds of generations while embracing other cultures in an authentic educational and cultural system that blends preserving identity with advancing progress.
With this approach, the Kingdom was able to plant the roots of education in the land of authenticity and launch its branches toward the future with confidence and a clear vision.
Pillar of construction and stability
Since its establishment, the Kingdom has placed immense importance on entrenching security as a fundamental value stemming from the identity and traditions of society. The state's efforts to maintain order and ensure safety in various regions were not merely administrative measures but a reflection of its commitment to protecting people and places, enhancing feelings of trust and belonging. This stability contributed to building modern communities that grow steadily without abandoning their authenticity, allowing Saudi cities to stand as witnesses to a unique balance between the spirit of the past and the horizon of the future.
Authenticity in development
Economy and technology
Since its inception, the Kingdom has sought to develop its economy by exploring natural resources and expanding its trade relations without compromising its authenticity and values. With Vision 2030, the Kingdom continues this balanced approach by enhancing economic diversity and innovation, relying on its rich heritage to create a prosperous future rooted in its foundations while keeping pace with ambition.
The Kingdom has adopted a balanced approach that combines technological advancement with preserving identity, as it has sought since its beginnings to attract the latest global technologies and employ them in developing infrastructure and services, without abandoning its cultural and social authenticity. This direction is a fundamental pillar in achieving Vision 2030, which aims to build a modern nation, digitally advanced, and deeply rooted in its values and identity.
The spirit of a cohesive community
Since the establishment of the Saudi state, the structure of society has been based on a system of authentic values such as generosity, honor, kinship, respect, and hospitality, which were not merely individual practices but woven into the fabric of daily life.
These values manifested in people's relationships, in occasions, and even in the work environment, enhancing the spirit of belonging and solidarity.
Despite the modernization and development that the Kingdom has witnessed, these values remain present, forming a bridge between the rich past and the flourishing present, embodying the slogan "Our pride is in our authenticity" as a living reality in people's lives and interactions.
A living image of the authenticity of values
Every year, the Hajj season emerges as one of the greatest scenes where the authenticity of inherited Saudi values, such as generosity, nobility, and selflessness, is manifested. During these blessed days, the hands of Saudis race to serve the guests of God, providing everything that helps them perform their rituals with comfort and ease.
Volunteer teams and young men and women can be seen in the fields, guiding the lost, assisting the elderly and those with special needs, in a scene that embodies the authentic Saudi spirit rooted in honor and hospitality.
The Hajj season is not merely a major religious ritual but an occasion where our authentic values, which the Saudi community has been raised on since its establishment, are renewed. These values are clearly manifested in every human situation and scene, increasing international respect for the Kingdom and enhancing pride in national identity.
Authenticity in respecting crafts
Traditional crafts have been and continue to be part of Saudi identity, expressing human skill and connection to the land and culture. The community has maintained its appreciation for artisans, considering craftsmanship a source of pride and a heritage passed down through generations. Today, the Kingdom continues to support these crafts through exhibitions and programs, enhancing authenticity and achieving Vision 2030 in preserving national heritage.
Um Hatim tells the story of "Sadu" between yesterday and today
In an era where industries have accelerated and machines have evolved, the artisan (Hamida Al-Zaydi), known as Um Hatim, has managed to preserve the craft of Sadu from fading away and maintain its brilliance in the digital age.
She says: "Despite the advancement of industries, Sadu weaving still holds a special place, and interest in it has significantly and remarkably increased in recent years."
Um Hatim believes that the new generation has become more receptive to this craft, especially after it has been integrated into home decorations and modern clothing.
She adds: "Social media has helped me a lot; I practice weaving from my home, and many people watch me, even some students studying abroad in America and Europe follow me, and I offer remote training courses."
Regarding traditional clothing, she states that interest in it still exists, albeit limited due to its difficulty in daily use, especially during occasions like weddings. However, she has managed to revive these popular outfits in her own way, blending the spirit of authenticity with a modern touch that makes them suitable for daily life.
Um Hatim concludes her remarks by saying: "I welcome any collaboration that supports this great heritage and takes it to the global stage, as preserving heritage is our collective responsibility."
Authenticity is not merely a past we cherish; it is a living extension we experience in the details of our present and a mirror of our identity that does not change regardless of how the world around us changes. It is the values we instill in our children and the principles with which we face the challenges of the era with confidence. When we look at our future with ambition, we launch from a land with deep-rooted foundations and authentic features... for our pride is in our nature.