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Hajj 2020

Hajj Pilgrims For This Year Must Be Vaccinated Against Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia’s Health Ministry

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In a major move due to the novel Coronavirus outbreak across the globe, Saudi Arabia’s health ministry has announced that pilgrims who want to perform Hajj this year must receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

According to the details, Saudi Health Minister Tawfiq Al Rabiah has said that participation in the Hajj season will ensure that pilgrims must be vaccinated, as part of the main condition for the pilgrimage. 

“The COVID-19 vaccine is mandatory for those willing to come to the Hajj and will be one of the main conditions (for receiving a permit to come),” a circular signed by the health minister read.

Previously in 2020, the Hajj Ministry of Saudi Arabia had announced the reduction of pilgrims to curb the spread of the novel Coronavirus. Two-thirds of those pilgrims were among foreign residents in Saudi Arabia and one-third were Saudi citizens.

Up to 1,000 people residing in the kingdom had participated in the Holy ritual after what many saw as an opaque selection process that left a wave of applicants rejected.

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Hajj 2020: Pilgrims reach Jabal Ar Rahma (Mount of Mercy)

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The pilgrims have reached Jabal Ar Rahma (Mount of Mercy) or more known as Mount of Arafat. Jabal Arafat is a small mountain in the Arafat plain around 20 km from the holy Ka’bah. Standing at Arafat is an integral Hajj requirement. On the second day of Hajj (9th Dhul Hijjah) the pilgrims travel here … Read more

Hajj sermon 2020: ‘Quran and Sunnah’ The only way to salvation

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Sheikh Abdullah Al-Manee while delivering a sermon of the Hajj 2020 urged all Muslims to remain united in the bonds of brotherhood. Sheikh Abdullah Al-Manee impressed upon the need for showing compassion towards parents, children, relatives and all living beings. He said The Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) described the Muslim Ummah as one body. He said that … Read more

Hajj 2020: In pictures

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The best, The chosen, The blessed! As the Hajj 2020 began amid restrictions on Wednesday, social media flooded with thousands of pictures of Holy Kaaba and rituals. A downsized Hajj, this year the number of pilgrims have been drastically reduced to 10,000 from last year’s 2.5 million. Some 70% of the pilgrims are foreigners residing … Read more

Hajj Security forces arrest 244 people illegally entering holy sites

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At least 244 people who were trying enter the holy sites illegally during Hajj 2020, arrested by security forces. According to the details Hajj Security spokesperson said  the security men have created a tight security cordon in and around the holy sites to enforce these regulations and catch the violators,” He urged people to avoid … Read more

Hajj 2020: Pilgrims to perform Waqoof-e-Arafat today

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Hajj 2020, the spiritual journey of pilgrims began on Wednesday amid protective measures to ensure their health and safety. The pilgrims walked into the Grand Mosque in Makkah to start the rituals with their first “tawaf,” Waqoof-e-Arafat Today, The Hajj 2020 pilgrims will proceed to Arafat to perform the main ritual of Hajj “Waqoof-e-Arafat” They will … Read more

Hajj 2020: 244 people arrested for trying to perform Hajj illegally

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On Tuesday, The Hajj security forces had arrested 244 people, who attempted to infiltrate the Holy Sites to perform Hajj in violation of precautionary measures and preventive protocols against coronavirus. After gathering facts, disciplinary steps were taken against them, the Saudi Press Agency reported quoting a public security spokesperson, “The security men have created a … Read more

Hajj 2020: The process of changing the Kiswah has started

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The soulful process of changing the cover Kiswah of the Holy Kaaba has been started. Due to coronavirus, this year’s ceremony has taken place in front of a small number of people. According to details, all the mandatory safety precautions have been taken will changing the Kiswah. The Kiswah cloth was loosened and unstitched before … Read more

Hajj 2020: Know How this year Hajj is different from the previous years

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The five-day annual Hajj pilgrimage has begun today in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom aims to control coronavirus spread throughout the country. This year Hajj will see a dramatic decrease in the number of pilgrims — to 10,000 from the 2.5 million last year. The Kingdom has placed in place strict security protocols with … Read more

Hajj 2020 begins as pilgrims converge on the Mina Valley

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Hajj 2020 begins as about 1000 pilgrims converge on the Mina Valley outside Makkah on Wednesday. According to details, The Day of Tarwiyah (fetching water) marks the beginning of Hajj. The pilgrims will spend their time praying and reflecting until sunrise on Thursday. Mina, 7 km northeast of the Grand Mosque in Makkah and within its … Read more

Hajj 2020: Holy Kaaba to be adorned with new Kiswa

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Holy Kaaba will be adorned with new Kiswa in Makkah on Wednesday evening, in a tradition carried out every year before the Muslim feast of Eid ul-Adha. According to the reports, Saudi officials at the General Presidency of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque will perform the task. The presidency said … Read more

Hajj 2020: Sheikh Abdullah Al-Manea to deliver Hajj Sermon this year

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This year, the Hajj sermon will be delivered by Sheikh Abdullah Al-Manee told  General Presidency of the Holy Mosque. According to details, the Saudi King, Salman bin Abdulaziz approves Sheikh Abdullah Al-Manea to give the Arafat day sermon this year. Born in 1930, the 83-year-old Sheikh Abdullah Al-Manea is a member of the Board of … Read more

Hajj 2020: Live Hajj and Latest Updates

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The Hajj consists of a five-day excursion to Makkah and the nearby holy sites of Arafat, Mina, and Muzdalifah, performed by all physically and financially able Muslims. Once there, the pilgrims perform a series of rituals to unify with other believers, get rid of their sins, and pay tribute to God. This year, Saudi Arabia … Read more

Hajj 2020: Makkah welcomes first batch of pilgrims

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Although handful as compared to previous years, first batch of pilgrims have arrived Makkah for the annual Hajj 2020. According to the details, due to the novel COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event is limited to about 1,000 pilgrims, all from inside Saudi Arabia, about 700 of whom are expatriates. After completing their arrival procedures, the pilgrims … Read more

Hajj 2020: Saudi government decides to broadcast Hajj sermon in Urdu

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The Saudi government has decided to translate the Hajj sermon in 10 different languages this year, including Urdu. According to the General Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque Sheikh Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Abdulaziz Al Sudais said that the Hajj Sermon will be broadcast in ten languages to spread the message of … Read more

KISWA: The Amazing story behind covering of Holy Kaaba

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Saudi Arabia is fully prepared for the Hajj 2020. Pilgrims will be arriving Makkah from today onward. Following in the footsteps of the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) and his companions, The Kiswa will be replaced on the ninth day of the month of Dul Hijjah. But what makes Kiswa so special and what is the history … Read more

Government announces Eid ul Adha holidays from July 31 to August 2

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The government of Pakistan has declared July 31st, August 1st and August 2nd to mark holidays on account of Eid ul Adha. According to the details, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Shehbaz Gill announced the all businesses, public places, markets and shops will remain closed from Friday to Sunday on account of Eid holidays. … Read more

Hajj 2020: Arafat Day sermon will be translated into 10 languages

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Chief of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais said during the annual briefing on the Presidency’s plan for Hajj Season this year that Sermon of Arafat Day will be translated into 10 languages to deliver Islam’s message for as many people as possible. [embedpost slug=”hajj-2020-live-hajj-and-latest-updates”] Al-Sudais … Read more

Masjid-e-Haram to remain closed on Eid-ul-Adha 2020

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Masjid-e-Haram to remain closed on Eid-ul-Azha

Authorities in Saudi Arabia have announced that Masjid-e-Haram will remain closed on Eid-ul-Adha. According to details, the commander of the forces are responsible for security at the Grand Mosque in Mecca. He announced the completion of the first stage of planning for the annual Hajj. He said that protecting worshippers was vital. Maj. Gen. Muhammad … Read more

Hajj 2020: KSA expresses readiness to welcome pilgrims from July 24

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Saudi Arabia Health Ministry while expressing readiness for Hajj 2020 season, said that the arrival of pilgrims will be started from July 24th. According to the details,  Saudi Arabia Health Ministry said that due to corona virus, all pilgrims must be quarantined for 7 days before coming to Mecca. Pilgrims will be provided with medical … Read more

Saudi Supreme Court appeals people to sight Zul Hijjah moon

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Saudi Supreme Court appeals people to sight Zul Hijjah moon

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has appealed people to sight Zul Hijjah moon. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the Supreme Court in a statement has appealed Muslims across the country to sight the moon of Zul Hijjah on the evening of Monday 29 Zul-Qa’d. The Supreme Court has said that if a … Read more

Hajj 2020: KSA issues health protocols for COVID-19 prevention

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The government of Saudi Arabia has announced health protocols for the prevention of (COVID 19) disease for Hajj season 1441 H. The protocols, issued by Saudi Center for Disease Prevention and Control SaudiCDC, covered general controls for service providers, residential buildings, food places, buses, Men’s barbershops, Arafa and Muzdalifah and Makkah’s Grand Mosque. The health … Read more

Refunding of Government Scheme hajj dues to be started from Thursday

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Ministry of Religious Affairs will start refunding Government Scheme hajj dues from Thursday. The Spokesman of the ministry said the funds would be refunded through the branches of designated scheduled banks. The Spokesman said all successful hajj applicants of Government Scheme are being informed about the repayment of their amount by sending messages to the … Read more

Refund process of successful Hajj applicants will start from July 2

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Refund process of successful Hajj applicants will start from July 2

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that the refund process for all successful Hajj 2020 applicants will start from July 2. The applicant’s bank is required for a cash refund of dues. According to the details, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has decided to pay the dues to the applicants for Hajj 2020. In … Read more

Hajj 2020: Government decides to refund successful applicants

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Hajj 2020: Government decides to refund successful applicants

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has decided to refund the successful applicants for Hajj 2020. An important meeting on Hajj 2020 was held under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Pir Noorul Haq Qadri. The meeting decided to return the money to the successful applicants of Hajj 2020. The Ministry will refund the … Read more

Hajj 2020: Only 10,000 pilgrims will be allowed to perform Hajj this year

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Saudi Health Minister Dr Tawfiq Al-Rabiah  said that Saudi Arabia will enforce several strict health measures and protocols for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage in an effort to prevent the deadly coronavirus from spreading, Addressing a joint virtual press conference with Minister for Hajj and Umrah Dr Muhammad Saleh, the Minister of Hajj expected that number of … Read more

HAJJ 2020: This year’s Hajj will be performed with limited pilgrims

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This year’s Hajj will be performed with a very limited number of pilgrims of various nationalities but Saudi Arabia’s residents. Last year’s Hajj was performed by about 2.5 million pilgrims from across the world but due to the ongoing pandemic in the world, many people will not be able to travel to the Kingdom to … Read more

Hajj 2020: Saudi Arabia yet to decide as virus cases increase

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Hajj 2020: Saudi Arabia yet to decide as virus cases increase

Saudi Arabia is likely to scale back or call off the Hajj pilgrimage this year for the first time in modern history as coronavirus cases surges. Muslim countries are urging Riyadh to announce its much-delayed decision regarding Hajj 2020. Over 2.5 million pilgrims performed Hajj last year. But the decision has not been announced this … Read more

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