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Hajj Pilgrimage
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At least 1,301 people died during Hajj, Saudi Arabia says, mostly unauthorised pilgrims who walked long distances in intense heat.
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- The Hajj is a religious pilgrimmage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia that is mandatory for all able-bodied Muslimswho can afford it. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and is considered a central part of Muslim religious life.
Five Pillars:
- Shahada (Faith): The declaration of faith in the oneness of God and the acceptance of Muhammad as God's prophet.
- Zakat (Charity):Giving a portion of one's wealth to those in need
- Salah (Prayer):Performing the five daily prayers facing the Kaaba in Mecca.
- Sawm (Fasting):Fasting during the month of Ramadan.
- Hajj (Pilgrimage):Making a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca at least once in a lifetime if one is physically and financially able.
Rituals:
- Ihram: State of spiritual purity marked by simple white garments.
- Tawaf and Sa’i: Circumambulation of the Kaaba and walking between Safa and Marwah.
- Day of Arafat: Standing in prayer and reflection.
- Muzdalifah and Mina: Collecting pebbles and symbolic stoning of the devil.
- Eid al-Adha: Festival of Sacrifice, animal sacrifice, and charity.
- Final Tawaf: Conclusion with a final circumambulation of the Kaaba.
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