Why Hajj Is Important For Muslims?
Approximately, 1.3 million Muslims from 164 countries perform Hajj pilgrimage every year. Nobody knows that what inspires millions of people across various continents to come together and worship. The answer to this question is that it is a passion for God that grips millions of hearts. Actually, Islamic building stands upon the five pillars and every pillar is essential for all Muslims Whether they are men or women and Hajj is one of five pillars of Islam but it is only prescribed for those Muslims who have the capability to perform it physically and financially. It is performed in the final month of the lunar calendar. The duration is of this worship continuous for five days of Dhul Hijjah. In this worship, pilgrims celebrate Eid Al-Adha which is also called the festival of scarification (halal animals). Allah says in the Holy Quran: It is on people for the sake of Allah to perform Hajj of his house, anyone who is able to undertake the voyage to him . (2: 196)