24/01/2025
𝑯𝒂𝒋𝒋: 𝑨 𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚.
Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam, a sacred pilgrimage to the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia. It is an act of worship, devotion, and unity that every Muslim is obligated to perform at least once in their lifetime, provided they are physically and financially able. Here's a brief overview of Hajj:
𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐚𝐣𝐣
🕋 Spiritual Cleansing: A chance to seek forgiveness and renew one's faith.
🕌 Unity of Muslims: Brings together millions from around the world, irrespective of race, nationality, or status.
🤲 Devotion to Allah: Commemorates the trials and faith of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his family.
𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑯𝒂𝒋𝒋
1️⃣ Ihram: Wearing simple white garments symbolizing equality and humility.
2️⃣ Tawaf: Circumambulating the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram.
3️⃣ Sa’i: Walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah, reenacting Hajar's search for water.
4️⃣ Arafat Day: Standing in prayer and reflection at Mount Arafat, seeking Allah's mercy.
5️⃣ Muzdalifah & Mina: Collecting pebbles to perform the symbolic stoning of the devil at Jamarat.
6️⃣ Sacrifice: Offering an animal sacrifice, symbolizing Prophet Ibrahim's (AS) willingness to sacrifice for Allah.
7️⃣ Tawaf Al-Wida: The farewell circumambulation of the Kaaba.
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐣𝐣
✨ Takes place annually from 8th to 12th Dhul-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar.
✨ Over 2 million Muslims perform Hajj every year.
✨ Hajj teaches patience, self-control, and the true meaning of submission to Allah.
𝑫𝒊𝒅 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝑲𝒏𝒐𝒘?
💡 The Zamzam well, located in Makkah, has been flowing for over 4,000 years and holds great significance in Islamic history.
𝑯𝒂𝒋𝒋: 𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒂 𝑷𝒊𝒍𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒆
Hajj is a transformative experience. It reminds us of the transient nature of this life and the importance of preparing for the Hereafter.
