Hajj 2024 begins with over 2 million pilgrims expected

June 15, 2024
12:28 AM

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Hajj 2024 started on Friday, drawing Muslims from across the globe, with authorities anticipating a gathering of 2 million people in the sweltering heat.

Crowds donning white robes and performing the arrival Tawaf at Masjid Al Haram before heading to Mina on buses and on foot to spend the night in the massive tent city.

May Allah bless Muhammad as long as pilgrims continue to perform Tawaf around the Ka'ba and complete the rituals of Hajj.#No_Hajj_without_a_permit #Hajj_1445H #Ease_and_Tranquility pic.twitter.com/HjGqTtT2qg
— Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (@MoHU_En) June 14, 2024

Enveloped in spiritual fervour, pilgrims chanted, “God is great” and “God, we answer your call,” retracing the footsteps of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and his companions from over 1,400 years ago.

Makkah continues to reside as a tale within everyone's heart, whether they have experienced it firsthand or not, an enduring dream unaffected by time or distance.#No_Hajj_without_a_permit #Hajj_1445H #Ease_and_Tranquility pic.twitter.com/g83xPqQ9vZ
— Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (@MoHU_En) June 14, 2024

After spending the night at Mina, they will climb Mount Arafat on Saturday, where they will remain until sunset, marking the peak of the Hajj journey.

In #Mina, there is room for prayers and aspirations, a space for hopes and dreams.#No_Hajj_without_a_permit #Hajj_1445H #Ease_and_Tranquility pic.twitter.com/7MjDEYv3jp
— Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (@MoHU_En) June 14, 2024

Itinerary Hajj Day 2 – 9 Dhul Hijah 1445: ( YAWM AL ARAFAH)

• Hujjaj will proceed to Arafat tomorrow and spend the Day.

• Sheikh Maher will deliver the Annual Hajj Khutbah at Masjid Al Namirah, Arafat and leads the Hujjaj in Dhur & Asr Prayer shortened.

• Proceed to… pic.twitter.com/HwfXuPuphD
— Inside the Haramain (@insharifain) June 14, 2024

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