Modern Day Pilgrims
One of the most well known modern day Pilgrimages is known as the Hajj. Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Mecca is the most holy city to Muslims people. The trip to Mecca is a mandatory religious duty for all Muslims who are physically and financially able and this must be done at least once in their lifetime.
The pilgrimage to Mecca usually take place on the 8th or 12th day of the last month of he Islamic calendar. Hajj demonstrates Muslim solidarity and submission to god “Allah”. Pilgrims spend five days praying in Mecca and the surrounding desert. There are separate days in which Muslims will repent for their sins, pray, and other ritual such as “stoning of the devil”. Simply clothing is required for both
The pilgrimage to Mecca usually take place on the 8th or 12th day of the last month of he Islamic calendar. Hajj demonstrates Muslim solidarity and submission to god “Allah”. Pilgrims spend five days praying in Mecca and the surrounding desert. There are separate days in which Muslims will repent for their sins, pray, and other ritual such as “stoning of the devil”. Simply clothing is required for both