Q&A: The Hajj Pilgrimage and Its Significance in Islam

More than 2 million Muslims from around the world are beginning the five-day Hajj pilgrimage Sunday. They will circle Islam’s most sacred site, the cube-shaped Kaaba in the Saudi Arabian city of Mecca, and take part in a series of rituals intended to bring about greater humility and unity among Muslims. Here’s a look at the pilgrimage and what it means for Muslims: What is the purpose of the Hajj? The Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam, and all able-bodied Muslims are required...

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