Hadj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, and a mandatory religious duty for adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey at least once in their lifetime.
During the Hadj, pilgrims perform a series of rituals over several days, following the guidance of the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W during his last pilgrimage.
Every aspect of the journey has very deep significance and meaning in the life of a muslim.
Some of the key rituals include wearing special white garments to symbolize equality and unity, being present upon the plains Mina,of Arafat at the appointed time, and Muzdalifa, circling the Kaaba (the black cube-shaped structure at the center of the Grand Mosque), walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah, throwing stones at pillars representing Satan, and sacrificing an animal to commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Isma’il (Ishmael) as an act of obedience to God.
Hadj is a profound spiritual journey that brings Muslims from diverse backgrounds together as a Jama-ah, in worship, fostering a sense of unity and equality among believers. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and seeking forgiveness, as well as an opportunity for Muslims to strengthen their faith and deepen their connection to Allah.
The performance of Hadj is considered a significant event in a Muslim’s life, a time to seek forgiveness, make supplications for themselves and their loved ones, and to seek spiritual purification and renewal.
Indeed we know that the pilgrims are keeping our brothers and sisters in South Africa, Palestine, Congo and all suffering around the world in their esteemed prayers.
Al Jama’ah makes duah that Allah accepts the supplications and prayers of the pilgrims and grants all pilgrims the health, strength, sabr, baraqa, gayr to fulfill all their obligations and may all be present on the plains of Arafat at the appointed time.
May all pilgrims be granted and accepted Hadj that is both Maqbool and Mabroer