Lost Shoes Survival Guide: What to Do?

You come out of prayer, and your shoes are gone. Either stolen or moved by cleaners.

Prevention (The Only Cure)

CARRY YOUR SHOES WITH YOU.

• Shoe Bag: Buy a string bag. Put your shoes in it. Tie it to your belt or carry it. Never leave expensive shoes on the racks outside.

If They Are Gone...

1. Don't Panic.
2. Look Nearby: Cleaners sometimes sweep piles of "messy" shoes into unmatched heaps nearby. Check the piles.
3. Heat Danger: The marble outside the Haram (sunny areas) gets boiling hot. You cannot walk barefoot on it at 2 PM. You will burn your feet.
4. The Fix:
   • Walk in the shade/white marble (cool tiles).
   • Find the nearest stall (usually many on the perimeter). Buy cheap plastic slides (10-15 SAR).
   • Or ask a cleaner/guard for advice; sometimes they have a "Lost & Found" pile.