Hajj is a result of Allah's invitation and holds a deep meaning in the unity of Muslims.
Hajj is one of the greatest forms of worship in Islam, performed annually by millions of Muslims. In the Holy Quran, there is a Surah called "Al-Imran" that references one of the fundamental aspects of Hajj and its importance. In verse 97 of this Surah, it says: "And announce to the people the Hajj. They will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from distant pathways." This verse shows how Allah commanded the Prophet to invite people to perform this obligation. Hajj symbolizes unity and equality among Muslims before God. Additionally, the "Hajj" Surah addresses the principles and etiquettes of this worship. In this Surah, Allah emphasizes that Hajj is a symbol of piety and obedience to His divine commands and that its fulfillment requires us to be free from arrogance and vanity. In other words, Hajj is not limited to physical actions but also purifies the spirit of an individual in relation to both God and His creatures. In verse 78 of Surah Al-Hajj, it states: "And remember Allah during the appointed days." This refers to the remembrance of God during the specific days of Hajj. Ultimately, Hajj represents the solidarity and unity of Muslims in a sacred place and serves as an opportunity to renew the covenant with Allah.
And announce to the people the Hajj. They will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from distant pathways.
And remember Allah during the appointed days.
One day, a young man named Sajad decided to go for Hajj for the first time. He had heard from friends and family about the impact of this journey on a person's soul and spirit. Upon arriving in the sacred land, he felt closer to God and his own soul among millions of other Muslims. He recalled the verses of the Quran that discuss Hajj and its significance. After completing the rituals, Sajad realized that this journey had not only purified his body but also illuminated his spirit with the light of faith.