The Spirit of Hajj

THE SPIRIT OF HAJJ Hajj is considered the supreme form of worship. This statement is not shrouded in mystery but is a well-established reality. Upon contemplation of the rituals performed during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, it becomes evident that due to its numerous benefits, Hajj is rightfully hailed as the greatest form of worship. During Hajj, Muslims from all corners of the world undertake a journey to the sacred land of Kabah, transcending geographical boundaries. This pilgrimage is not merely a movement of inanimate stones, but a journey undertaken by living beings, individuals endowed with the faculties of sight, hearing, and comprehension. Thus, when these diverse individuals embark on the pilgrimage from different parts of the world to the Hijaz region during the Hajj season, it naturally culminates in a global assembly. From this perspective, it can be asserted that Hajj represents a mobilization of worshippers on a global scale. When more than two million believers embark on their journey of Hajj from their homes, they engage in repeated interactions with others. It is during these interactions that the process of introducing Islam to people from different countries begins. The pilgrims encounter new experiences during this journey, which expands their horizons. They go through different stages during this journey. Thus, for them, the Hajj pilgrimage becomes synonymous with religious tourism. Along