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hadj

 

[ hรฆdส’ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Islamic pilgrimage

Hadj, also spelled Hajj, is the pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, obligatory for all Muslims who are physically and financially able to undertake it at least once in their lifetime. It is the fifth pillar of Islam and takes place during the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah. The pilgrimage includes a series of rituals performed over several days, commemorating the actions of the Prophet Muhammad and the actions of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham). Completing the Hadj is a means of seeking spiritual growth, forgiveness, and closeness to God.

Synonyms

expedition, journey, pilgrimage.

Examples of usage

  • She completed her hadj last year.
  • Every able Muslim is required to make the hadj.
  • The hadj attracts millions of pilgrims every year.

Translations

Translations of the word "hadj" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hadj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคœ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hadsch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ haji

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ะฐะดะถ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hadลผ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒƒใ‚ธ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hadj

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hadj

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hac

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hadลพ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hadลพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœๅœฃ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hadลพ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hajj

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ะฐะดะถ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒฏแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hษ™cc

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hadj

Etymology

The term 'Hadj' or 'Hajj' originates from the Arabic word 'ุญุฌู‘' (แธฅajj), which means 'to intend a journey'. The pilgrimage is rooted in the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and has its origins in the pre-Islamic era of the Arabian Peninsula. The rituals associated with Hadj are believed to date back to the time of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his family. As one of the Five Pillars of Islam, Hadj outlines the spiritual, social, and economic responsibilities of Muslims, cementing its significance in the Islamic faith. The Hajj has weathered numerous historical events, including the impact of political changes, social reformations, and even pandemics, yet remains a vital spiritual obligation for Muslims worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,213, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.