Important Locations of Hajj
English book, p. 151
By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan
Important Locations of Hajj here, engaging in devotion and reflection as part of the Hajj rituals. Valley of Muhassir: A historical valley located between Muzdalifah and Mina on the Hajj route near Makkah, where God destroyed the Army of the Elephant led by Abraha. Bir Uthman: The Well of Uthman is an ancient well near Madinah, attributed to Uthman ibn Affan (RA). He purchased it to provide free water to the Muslim community. Mina: A valley located about 7 kilometres northeast of Makkah, where the ritual of Ramy al-Jamarat (stoning of the pillars) and sacrifice is performed. Arafat: A vast plain located about 20 kilometres southeast of Makkah where pilgrims stand on the 9th of Dhu al-Hijjah. Standing at Arafat is a mandatory part of Hajj rituals.

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