Category: Hajj

  by Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya (UK) In the middle of a deserted valley surrounded by mountains, two men were at work. Slowly

  by Jamiatul Ulama – Kawazulu Natal – South Africa The Urdu and Persian word “Qurbani” is derived from the Arabic word ‘Qurban’. It means

By Mahmoud Isma`il Shill   Many geographical sights were scenes of important historic events. The mountains in the area of Al-Madinah Al-Munwwarah witnessed significant events

This cave is the sanctum of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), the place of His devotions and meditations, and the sacred

Al-Baqi` is the principal cemetery of the people of Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah and has been since the time of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon

After the completion of Tawaf (circummambulation around the Ka`bah), the pilgrim should go for Al-Multazam, which is located between the Black Stone and the door

  Al-Hatim is a round building in the shape of half a circle, one of its ends faces the Syrian corner and the other faces

The Black Stone, the corner stone of the Ka`bah, was put by Ibrahim, peace and blessings be upon him, as a sign or symbol of

The Hijr (Enclosure) of Isma`il, peace and blessings be upon him, encompasses the place between the northern and the western corners of the Ka`bah. Its

  The water of Zam-Zam has countless of virtues and it is extremely pure and clean. It is the most blessed and purest of all

ZAM-ZAM Water is a refreshing, sweet, pleasant tasting, easy digestible, boundlessly blessed, virtuous and honourable water. It enjoys such blessings and virtues, which no other

Jabir Ibn `Abdullah, may Allah be pleased with him, related: “Allah’s Messenger, peace and blessings be upon him, touched the Yamani Corner. Then he made

Most surely the first house appointed for men is the one at Bakkah, blessed and a guidance for the worlds. In it are clear signs,

Mina is the place where pilgrims spend certain nights of Dhul-Hijjah to throw pebbles at the three Stone-Built Pillars (Jamarat). Allah Almighty says: “Do celebrate

Research by Tariq Hussain, Riyadh, By Mu’in Ad-Din Ahmad   Come the Hajj season, and I am reminded of the wonders of Zumzum water. Let

Performing pilgrimage (Hajj) is the fifth pillar of Islam and the most significant manifestation of Islamic faith and unity. Allah (swt) says: (And proclaim to

by Jamiatul Ulama – Kwazaulu-Natal, South Africa   Pilgrimage to the House (of Allah) is a duty men owe to Allah – upon those who

Madrasah In’aamiyyah, Camperdown, South Africa   Verily, the praise belongs to Allah Most High, and may the blessings of Allah and Peace be upon His

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Reformative Role of Islam Islam has also played a reformative role of profound significance in the sphere

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Pilgrimage in other Religions There is no religious group or community which may not have its holy

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Farewell Hajj The holy Prophet had not performed the Haj since his migration to Medina. He set

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Sanctity of Time and Space God has bestowed two special `sanctities’ upon the Haj, the sanctity of

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Provisions of the Shariah The holy law has provided the Haj with an environment which is basically

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   The City of Peace should present a True Picture of the Islamic way of Life The Haj

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Demonstration of Islamic Equality and Fraternity The Haj is a victory for Islamic nationalism over racial, linguistic

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Centre for Universal Guidance Protection against Pollution and Distortion The Haj plays a vital role in the

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Town of the Beloved Renewal of the Call of Hazrat Ibrahim The Haj along with its rituals

by Sheikh Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Raheemullahalayh)   Life-Story of Hazrat Ibrahim as Related in the Quran Hazrat Ibrahim was born in a leading family