Islamic | MCQs

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• The rite of Hajj celebrated throughout the world by Muslims is the Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice.
• This celebration takes place on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah.

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The conditions to perform Hajj for a Muslim include:

• Islam: The individual must be a Muslim.
• Maturity: The person should be mentally and physically mature.
• Financial Capability: The individual must have the financial means to undertake the journey without causing hardship to themselves or their dependents.
• Physical Capability: The person should be physically capable of performing the pilgrimage, and having the provisions for travel is part of this readiness.
• Freedom: The individual should be free, both physically and legally, to undertake the journey.

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• Hazrat Hawwa (Eve) and Hazrat Adam (Adam) reunited at the plain of Arafat after years of wanderings.
• The story symbolizes their reconciliation and repentance after being separated due to their initial dwelling in Paradise and subsequent descent to Earth.

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• Mecca is considered the holiest city in Islam, as it is home to Islam's holiest site Kaaba in Al-Masjid Al-Ḥaram (The Sacred Mosque).

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• Hajj is considered the best demonstration of unity, confederation, and equality in the Islamic world.
• During Hajj, Muslims from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and nations gather in Makkah to perform the pilgrimage rituals together, emphasizing the universal brotherhood and equality among believers.

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• Pilgrims offer two Raka'at Nafl (voluntary prayers) at the Maqam Ibrahim.

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Makkah has been mentioned in the Holy Qur'an in many names such as Makkah, Bakkah, Al-Balad Al-Amen, Al-Balad Al-Ameen, Al-Haram Al-Amen and Umm Al-Qura.

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• Every year, the events of Hajj take place in a ten-day period.
• It starting on 1 and ending on 10 Dhu al-Hijjah.
• The 9th Dhul-Hijjah is known as Day of Arafah, and this day is called the day of Hajj.

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The smallest Jamarat is called Jamarat-ul-Sughra and Jamarat-ul-Oola