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Hajj (Outline (Ihram (State of purity before starting Hajj. Sign of…
Hajj
Outline
Ihram
State of purity before starting Hajj. Sign of preparedness as individuals are of the soundness of mind to understand the significance of what they are undertaking.
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Sa'ay
This procession takes place between the mountains of Safa and Marwah and is completed seven times. Reflects the Quranic tradition of Hagars search for water, which is known as zamzam water.
Jammerrat
People are hurdled at pillars to symbolise the rejection of the devil and represents Abraham's ability to resist the temptations of the devil.
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Expression of Beliefs
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Belief in the Quran
The Hajj is commanded in the Quran thus by participating in Hajj they are expressing there faith in the Quran
(Quran 3:97)
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Description
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What: The Hajj is the last of the five pillars of Islam and refers to the pilgrimage to Mecca. The word Hajj means to embark on a journey with a purpose. It represents the extent of submission displayed by their ancestors in these ancient times.
Why: The Hajj is significant to both a Muslim individual and the community as it is expresses the core beliefs of Islam. The Hajj is spiritual rewarding.
Who: Every devout male Muslim must make the journey to Mecca at least once in their lifetime unless they are financially or physically unable. This is referred to as the 'umma' or the Muslim community, female Muslims are also able to attend. In the case that one cannot attend, the intention or 'nijjah' will suffice where Muslims will seek to join the pilgrims in a symbolic way through paying.
Significance
Community
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No distinction between people and no place for racism or prejudice e.g Ihram - dressing in white - witness to the principles of international and multiracial harmony
Source of inspiration to the Muslim community - strengthen and deepen community life.For the Islamic community as awhole the belief in one God unites different types of Muslims from around theworld, and demonstrates a unifying stance before Allah
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Individual
Wuquf: Improves spirituality through worship, hardship and prayer
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Gain humility, peace of mind and discipline: this is due to contact prayer and submission at the plain of Arafat
Defying Satan - Jammerrat - individuals defy satan by throwing stones just as Abraham did - showing they are erasing their desires to commit evil acts
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Become a better person through understanding, love, improvement in relationships and greater prospect of reward in afterlife
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Ichram: State of purity before starting Hajj. Sign of preparedness as individuals are of the soundness of mind.