The Hajj

Hajj is a pillar of Islam, a ritual performed by Muslims during the 8^th day of Dhul Hijjah. All Muslims face the Ka’aba during their 5 times prayer every day. It was built by Abraham and his son Ishmail. Before Hajj, all Muslims attending the rituals must be vaccinated against several illnesses. Men have to clean themselves on their way to Mecca. They also have to wear a 2 piece robe while women should wear a long white robe but with their faces uncovered. It begins with Tawaf 7 times around Ka’aba. Then comes Sa’I which means going 7 times between the hills of Safa and Marwa. Then they travel to Mina and throw 7 pebbles at 3 statues at the Jamarat. Next day they have to travel to to Arafat. They head to Mecca again for the same. Mina comes next where they spend 3 days and pray. The last ritual is the farewell Tawaf in Mecca.

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