Explanation

• In Islam, performing Hajj is Fard (obligatory) once in a lifetime for those who are able.
• It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
• Qur'an clearly commands Muslims to perform Hajj if they have the means.
• Repeating Hajj is optional and becomes Nafl (voluntary).

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Explanation

• According to Islamic belief, the first structure of the Kaaba was built by Hazrat Adam (A.S).
• Later, it was rebuilt by Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S) and his son Hazrat Ismail (A.S).
• The Kaaba is located in Makkah.
• It is the holiest site in Islam.
• It is the direction (Qibla) for Muslim prayers.

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Explanation

There are three obligatory acts of Hajj, known as the pillars of Hajj: 

1. Ihram
2. WUF
   
3. Tawaf al-Ifadah

Additional Information:

Hajj means "to intend."

Hajj was made compulsory in 9 A.H.

Hajj is ordained in Surah Al-Baqarah.

The Prophet Muhammad performed only one Hajj in 10 A.H.

There are three types of Hajj.

One Tawaf of Kaaba is known as a Shoot, which begins from the Shoot.

There are three Jamarat.

The mosque in Mina is Kheef.

At Meekat, Hujjaj assume the state of Ihram.

Kalima Tauheed is recited during Hajj.

The ritual of offering sacrifice is performed at Mina.

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Explanation

• Hajr-e-Aswad means “Black Stone.”
• It is a sacred stone fixed in the Kaaba, Makkah.
• It was given from Heaven to Prophet Ibrahim (AS).
• Originally white, Hajr-e-Aswad turned black due to sins of people (according to tradition).

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Explanation

• Wuquf (Standing at Arafat) is a key ritual of Hajj.
• It takes place on 9th Dhul-Hijjah.
• It is also called Yawm-e-Arafat.
• Pilgrims gather on the Plains of Arafat to pray and seek forgiveness.
• They perform combined Dhuhr and Asr prayers and supplicate (du’a).
• This ritual is essential for Hajj to be valid.

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