Further Emphasis
English book, p. 123
By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan
Lesson of Piety the days of Hajj, a person is taken out of their limited environment for a longer period and brought to various places in Hijaz (Arabia). Hajj is essentially a complete separation from one’s worldly environment so that one can focus entirely on one’s God. The land of Arabia is associated with many great religious traditions. For this reason, the geography of Arabia is the most appropriate for performing the rituals of Hajj. Here lies the Ka‘bah, which has been revered for thousands of years. Here are the stories of the sacrifices of the prophets. Here are the memorials of God’s rewards bestowed upon His righteous believers. This is the land where the life of God’s final Messenger and his Companions left their marks. These historical associations have enveloped the places of Hajj with an extraordinary atmosphere of sanctity and respect. As soon as a person arrives in this environment, an entire religious history comes alive in their mind. It is quite natural for one’s religious sensitivity to increase here, leading them to fulfil God’s prescribed duties with greater seriousness and devotion. Due to this special historical significance, this area has been chosen by God as the place for a symbolic rehearsal of Islamic life, after which one returns to their previous environment, better equipped to lead a life devoted to God. During the days of Hajj, pilgrims are required to observe specific prohibitions, with the following being among the most notable: 1. Avoid Harmful Speech: Refrain from causing

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