Categories : Pilgrimage

The Hajj: Its Spiritual Meaning and Aspects of Worship As one of the most spectacular religious assemblies in the world, the annual Muslim hajj (pilgrimage) to Mecca is more than just visiting holy lands and connecting with the historical legacy of Islam. There are important spiritual

As one of the most spectacular religious assemblies in the world, the annual Muslim hajj (pilgrimage) to Mecca is more than just visiting holy lands and connecting with the historical legacy of Islam. There are important spiritual meanings enclosed within the rites of hajj, which has

Ali Unal – A Comprehensive Reference of Theory and Practice. Refuting the numerous misconceptions about Islam, this guide reveals the underlying essence of the beliefs and rituals of the Islam faith.   http://www.antstores.com/Living_the_Ethics_p/lgt-eng-581.htm

Suleyman Eris This book is a concise introduction to Islam and its fundamental elements of practice. Written by an imam who studied Islamic theology, this book serves as a guidebook for those who have little or no knowledge about Islam. It includes articles on purpose of life and beli

Hajj is a rehearsal of life in both this world and the next, a theater of all Islamic life based upon deep devotion to God and perception of one’s servanthood and God’s Divinity and Lordship. It consists of love, action, humility, God-consciousness, sacrifice, and dominion

Hajj is Obligatory Only Once. All Muslim scholars agree that Hajj is obligatory only once during a Muslim’s lifetime, unless someone vows to per-form an extra Hajj, in which case the vow must be fulfilled. Whatever is done over and above is supererogatory or optional. When Hajj

Ihram is the intention to perform Hajj or ‘Umra, either singly or together, and marks the beginning of either one, or both, if they are performed together. It also signifies making some things forbidden. Men wear a special attire of two white, unstitched, cloth sheets. One of th

Hajj or ihram is divided into three categories, each of which all scholars say are legitimate: Qiran (combining ‘Umra and Hajj in one state of ihram), Tamattu’ (combining Hajj and ‘Umra with a break in between), and Ifrad (Hajj only). Qiran. Here, pilgrims declare th

These are as follows: Sexual intercourse and all matters leading to it (e.g., kissing, touching, or talking to one’s wife about intercourse or related matters). Committing sins that cause deviation from the path of obeying God. ·  Disputing, arguing, or fighting with companions,