Hajj explained: A journey through the key rites of the Muslim pilgrimage
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Around two million Muslims are about to fulfil a once-in-a-lifetime religious duty this week as they take part in the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. Al Jazeera’s Alma Milisic breaks down the key stages of this sacred Islamic journey.
Muslim pilgrims share deep spiritual fulfillment after completing Hajj
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Nearly 1.7 million pilgrims from 180 countries have began leaving sacred sites in Saudi Arabia, after completing the Hajj.
Some of them have been describing how the experience has affected their lives.
Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall reports from the Holy City of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Eid al Adha under siege: Displacement overshadows muslim holiday
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A Palestinian family faces the pain of separation during Eid al-Adha amid occupation and war. Hannah Gabbayan and her daughter Ghayda, who survived an Israeli airstrike, are forcibly separated between Gaza and the occupied West Bank despite being only two hours apart. The story also highlights the struggles of families in Jenin and Tulkarm, prevented by Israeli forces from visiting their loved ones’ graves, living through ongoing displacement and destruction. This Eid marks another tragedy for over 40,000 Palestinians in the West Bank, as forced displacement continues and pain deepens day by day.
Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim reports.
Third day of Hajj: Pilgrims gather for symbolic ‘stoning of the devil’
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More than 1.6 million Muslims have arrived in Mina outside the holy city of Mecca on the third day of hajj as part of the annual pilgrimage. Some of the rites they perform have roots going back to the time of Prophet Abraham, the Patriarch of Monotheism.
Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall reports from the outskirts of Mecca.
Eid prayers in the rubble: People in Gaza stripped of joy due to war and hunger
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With the Gaza Strip devastated by Israel’s war and blockade, Palestinians are struggling to celebrate Eid. They marked the start of one of Islam’s most important holidays with prayers outside destroyed mosques and homes.
Al Jazeera’s Tareq Abu Azzoum reports from Deir el-Balah in central Gaza.
Palestinian mothers visit children’s graves on Eid al-Adha
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While Eid al-Adha is a time of prayer, sacrifice, and family gatherings for millions of Muslims, many Palestinian mothers spend the day in sorrow. In Gaza, the celebrations are marked by grief, as mothers visit the graves of children lost to conflict.
Eid al Adha: Hajj pilgrims pray at Mecca’s grand mosque
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In Mina, Saudi Arabia, pilgrims perform the symbolic stoning ritual on the third day of Hajj. Learn about the meaning of Al-Aqab Al-Kubra and how Saudi authorities ensured a safe experience for nearly one million pilgrims.
Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall reports.
Eid al Adah in Gaza: Palestinians struggle to celebrate amidst war
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Millions of Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Adha around the world.
But for Palestinians in Gaza, the festival known for communal feasts and family gatherings, is marred by war and starvation.
Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud brings us this report from Gaza City.
Nearly 2 million Muslim pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat for prayers on second day of Hajj
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Nearly two million Muslims from around the world are in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj. Since early on Thursday morning, pilgrims have been walking to Mount Arafat to reflect and pray. It’s considered the most important day of Hajj. Mount Arafat is where Muslims believe the Prophet Muhammad gave his last sermon.
Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall reports from Mount Arafat, outside Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Muslim pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat for the most sacred day of the Hajj pilgrimage
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More than a million Muslims from around the world are in Mecca for the annual Hajj.
Pilgrims have begun walking to Mount Arafat for prayer and reflection, on what’s considered the most important day of Hajj.
Mount Arafat is where Muslims believe the Prophet Muhammad gave his last sermon.
Temperatures on Thursday are expected to soar past 40 degrees Celsius, and Saudi authorities have advised pilgrims to remain indoors from 10am to 4pm.
It is believed that Prophet Muhammad delivered his final speech, known as the Farewell Sermon, at the sacred mount 1,436 years ago. In the sermon, the prophet called for equality and unity among Muslims.
Al Jazeera’s Mohammed Vall reports from Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia.
Six British Muslims sail to Saudi Arabia for Hajj in 59-day sea journey
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Six British Muslims embarked on a spiritual and physical journey like no other — sailing from the United Kingdom to Saudi Arabia over 59 days to reach the holy city of Mecca for Hajj. Traveling across open waters, they faced rough seas and unpredictable weather, driven by a deep sense of faith and purpose. Their arrival in time for the annual pilgrimage was met with both relief and gratitude.
The crew spoke to Al Jazeera from Mina.
Muslim pilgrims arrive in Mina for ‘Day of Tarwiyah’ as millions begin Hajj
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Millions of Muslims from around the world are in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj.
The pilgrimage is one of the five pillars of Islam.
People wear plain clothes to symbolise how all people stand equal before God.
Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall is in Saudi Arabia to cover the Hajj. He has more on day one of the pilgrimage from Mecca.
