SAEDNEWS: The presence of a humanoid robot dressed in traditional Emirati clothing among Eid al-Adha worshippers at one of Dubai’s mosques has attracted widespread attention from social media users. The video, which has been circulated by media outlets, portrays a symbolic blend of technology and tradition.
According to a report by SaedNews University Service, and based on a video published by the “Snacks Social” section of Sky News Arabia, a humanoid robot known as “Bu Sunaida” was present during the Eid al-Adha prayer ceremony in the city of Dubai.
The details of the robot’s design reflect an attempt to align modern visual technology with traditional regional attire:
Traditional clothing: “Bu Sunaida” appeared wearing traditional Emirati men’s clothing, including a white dishdasha, ghutra, and agal during the ceremony.
Digital facial design: The robot’s face is designed as a digital screen displaying moving blue light patterns.
Gestural movements: The robot, wearing black protective gloves, is seen in parts of the video placing its hands together in a gesture resembling respect or prayer.
Videos showing the robot moving within the mosque grounds and standing among worshippers quickly circulated across social media platforms, gaining widespread attention among users. Many users described the appearance as a symbol of the rapid advancement of technology in everyday life and within traditional religious practices.
