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Hajj

Verb / hædʒ / Another word for hajj — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, that must be carried out at least once in a lifetime by every able-bodied Muslim who can afford to do so.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. My parents went on hajj when I was little.
  2. Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
  3. Every year, millions of Muslims from around the world go to Mecca for hajj.
  4. Hajj is a very important religious event for Muslims.
  5. People wear special clothes during hajj.

Quotes

  • Hajj is not a journey of the feet, it is a journey of the heart.
  • Hajj is a journey of the soul, an occasion to reflect on one's life, to seek forgiveness and to make a fresh start.
  • Hajj is a time of spiritual renewal, of physical exertion, of deep reflection, and of great joy.

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