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Is the Kaaba in Hajj the house of Allah?
Yes, the Kaaba that is in Hajj is the House of Allah. Some cultures may not agree but Muslims believe it is.
How do Muslims perform the ritual of the Hajj?
The rituals of hajj are mainly be performed in Makkah (or Mecca) and its vicinity area. For details of these rituals you may refer to links below.
Why does other Muslims do not wear underwear?
Muslims are required to cover their private parts in public, but the specific undergarments they wear can vary based on cultural customs or personal preferences. Some choose not to wear underwear due to personal comfort, hygiene, or other reasons, but this is not a widespread practice among Muslims. Islam emphasizes modesty and cleanliness, and individuals are encouraged to dress in a way that upholds these values.
What is hajj called in English?
Hajj is an Arabic word. It is the holy journaey for Muslims. You may call it "pilgramage" but it is a generic term, as any one who is on a holy journey no matter from wihcih religion, they all are call pilgrims and journaey is called pilgramage. So while talking about holy journey for Muslims, its always called Hajj. html you can read more about it here, shorthajj [dot] com
How often are Muslims expected to make a hajj to Mecca?
Muslims go to mekkah once in their lifetime if they can afford it.
Why are not Muslims not allowed in Mecca?
Um.....i think uve got the wording of your question wrong. Mecca is a MUSLIM city......... in fact a lot of people consider it the core of the Muslim world and Muslims go for Hajj there too so..... i don't have much time so y don't you Google hajj and Mecca and their importance to Muslims.............they may come as an interesting surprise to you.
Why would people think that hajj does not bring equality?
Hajj may not bring equality in the world, but it shows that all people are equal in the eyes of their Creator, Almighty Allah. All the pilgrims, the Kings, Emperors, Prime Ministers and the common Hajis, are clad in two untailored white sheets of cloth during the days of Hajj, 8th to the morning of 10th until they complete the Hajj main rituals.
Should Muslims try to travel to Mecca each year if possible to follow the hajj Pillar of Islam?
It is better not to do so. Hajj is obligatory just once in life. Going to Mecca to perform Hajj again and again deprives some other Muslims from performing Hajj (because only so many people can fit around the Ka'aba). You may visit Mecca to perform Umra, if you like. Better spend this money to help your needy relatives, the poor and the needy.
What time do people go to mecca?
The Muslims may go to Makka Mukarma (Mecca) any time. However, the Muslims especially go to Makka during the second week of Zihajja (8-13) to perform Hajj.
What is pilgrimages or pilgrims?
'Pilgrim(s)' are a person or a group of people who are making a journey somewhere for religious purposes. The 'pilgrimage' refers to the journey they make. For Muslims the 'pilgrimage' would be the Hajj and the 'pilgrims' would be those Muslims making the Hajj that year. For Christians the 'pilgrimage' may be a trip to the Holy Land (Jerusalem) and the 'pilgrims' are the people making the visit.
What are the differenes between Lourdes and hajj?
Well the main difference would be that Lourdes is a Catholic pilgrimage and Hajj is for Muslims. Hajj is also a pilgrimage that every Muslim who is physically and mentally able must take, whereas Lourdes is different it is a pilgrimage that people may take by choice. Another is that Lourdes is in France and Mecca is in Saudi Arabia.
Can you do hajj for deceased relative?
Yes, you may provided you have already performed Hajj.
