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Saba Yemen
8 hours ago
- Saba Yemen
Pilgrims conclude Hajj rituals
Makkah – Saba: Pilgrims concluded their Hajj rituals for the current year 1446 AH on Monday. On Monday, on the last day of Hajj and the third day of Tashreeq, pilgrims stoned the three Jamarat (stones) at al-Jamarat, starting with the Smallest al-Jamarat, then the Middle al-Jamarat, and finally Jamarat al-Aqaba. The pilgrims then proceeded to perform the Farewell Tawaf, thus concluding the Hajj rituals. The six-day Hajj season began last Wednesday with the Day of Tarwiyah in Mina. On Thursday, they spent the night at Arafat and spending the night in Muzdalifah. On Friday, pilgrims began stoning al-Jamarat in Mina, followed by sacrificing the sacrificial animals and performing Tawaf al-Ifadah in Makkah. From Saturday to Monday, they stoned al-Jamarat again in Mina before concluding the rituals with the Farewell Tawaf. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
Qatar Tribune
8 hours ago
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Pilgrims perform Farewell Tawaf on third day of Tashreeq
MINA: On the final day of the Hajj season and the third day of Tashreeq, pilgrims completed the stoning of the three Jamarat in Mina, starting with the small Jamarah, followed by the middle Jamarah, and concluding with Jamarah Al-Aqabah. After the stoning rituals, pilgrims proceeded to the Grand Mosque in Makkah to perform the Farewell Tawaf to complete Hajj and fulfil the fifth pillar of Islam.
Saudi Gazette
9 hours ago
- Saudi Gazette
Hajj comes to a close officially as remaining pilgrims bid farewell to Mina
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — On the third day of Tashreeq, pilgrims completed the ritual of stoning at three Jamarat in Mina on Monday afternoon and left the Tent City for Makkah to perform Tawaf Al-Wida (Farewell Tawaf), the last obligatory ritual of Hajj. Pilgrims, who stayed back in Mina on Sunday night to perform the stoning ritual for the fourth consecutive day, threw pebbles at three Jamarat on Monday afternoon. They hurled seven pebbles each, first at Jamarat Al-Sugra, then at Jamarat Al-Wusta, and finally at Jamarat Al-Aqaba in a calm and peaceful atmosphere inside the sprawling Jamarat Complex manned by a contingent of security forces, health workers and volunteers. They then left Mina for Makkah to perform Tawaf Al-Wida, marking the end of the hassle-free annual pilgrimage on a joyous and spiritual note. Their movements to and from the Jamarat and Makkah were remarkably smooth. As they bid farewell to Mina, having completed Hajj and fulfilled the fifth pillar of Islam, pilgrims depart with sweet memories and self-realization of fulfilling the once-in-lifetime spiritual journey. Each moment and location within the holy sites is filled with memories and stories of love and gratification, enriched by acts of obedience, submission and worship of God. Although Hajj concludes officially on Monday, the third day of Tashreeq, pilgrims were allowed to hasten to complete it the previous day. By taking advantage of this concession, most pilgrims left Mina before sunset of Sunday. After completing the stoning ritual this afternoon, pilgrims returned to their accommodation in Mina camps, packed their baggage and boarded buses that took them to Makkah to perform Farewell Tawaf.
Daily Tribune
a day ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Successful Hajj Season Concludes; Preparations for Next Year Already Underway
His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Mishal, Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region and Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee for Hajj and Umrah, announced the official success of this year's Hajj season. With the echoes of pilgrims' prayers still in the air, Prince Saud affirmed that preparations for the next Hajj season are already in motion. 'The operational plan greatly facilitated the pilgrims' performance of their rituals,' he stated. Acknowledging the vital role of the pilgrims themselves, he praised their adherence to guidelines, describing them as "partners in the success of this Hajj." He emphasized that the seamless execution of the plan was pivotal in enhancing the pilgrims' experience. Prince Saud extended heartfelt gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their unwavering leadership and support in implementing strategic operational plans that aligned perfectly with the spiritual journey of the pilgrims. In closing, he reiterated, 'We reaffirm that the Kingdom—its leadership, government, and people—remain united in serving this sacred duty.' He also expressed deep appreciation to the security forces, healthcare personnel, service providers, and the army of male and female volunteers whose dedication brought this year's Hajj to life. Meanwhile, on the second day of Tashreeq, early-departing pilgrims began performing the symbolic stoning of the three Jamarat, starting with the smallest and progressing to the largest at Jamarat al-Aqaba. Afterwards, they made their way to the Holy Kaaba to perform the Farewell Tawaf, marking the end of their sacred journey. The Hajj may be complete for this year, but the Kingdom is already looking ahead, with renewed determination to elevate the pilgrim experience year after year.
Saudi Gazette
a day ago
- Saudi Gazette
Most pilgrims leave Mina after performing Hajj rituals
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Most of the Hajj pilgrims vacated the tent city of Mina before sunset on Sunday, the second day of Tashreeq, after performing the ritual of casting stones at three Jamarat, pillars symbolizing Satan. The pilgrims, who are in a rush, are allowed to leave Mina for Makkah before sunset on the second Tashreeq day or else they will have to stay an extra day in Mina and have to pebble the devil. The pilgrims, who will stay back in Mina on Sunday night, will leave the tent city after completing the stoning ritual on Monday afternoon. After performing the stoning ritual, pilgrims, who are in a hurry, swiftly proceeded to the Grand Mosque in Makkah to perform Tawaf Al-Wida (Farewell circumambulation around the Holy Kaaba), the last obligatory ritual of Hajj. The Grand Mosque received several batches of pilgrims, who arrived from Mina to perform the Tawaf Al-Wida, before heading to visit the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah or to their home. The pilgrims were seen in a spiritually elevated and euphoric mood after completing their lifetime spiritual journey. The authorities have made elaborate arrangements for the departure of pilgrims from Mina as per a two-day schedule prepared by them so as to avoid any congestion at the Jamarat Bridge as well as to ensure their smooth movement to the Grand Mosque to perform the Tawaf Al-Wida. Although Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam, concludes officially on Monday, the third day of Tashreeq, pilgrims are allowed to leave a day earlier. Pilgrims opting for early departure performed the Farewell Tawaf amid a heavy flow of worshipers at the Grand Mosque. The relevant authorities have mobilized all their capabilities to facilitate the movement of early departure pilgrims, ensuring a smooth flow within the Grand Mosque. The Hajj Security Forces at the Grand Mosque confirmed their full readiness to receive pilgrims for the Farewell Tawaf. This is part of a comprehensive security and organizational plan designed to ensure that pilgrims can perform their rituals in ease and comfort, within an atmosphere of faith, security, and safety. Support services include 400 electric carts, over 10,000 wheelchairs, and 210 smart gates to regulate entry and exit. These efforts reflect the implementation of the Saudi leadership's directives to provide the highest quality services to pilgrims and to facilitate the performance of their rituals in an atmosphere of security, comfort, and tranquility. The plan includes establishing organized mechanisms for entry and exit to and from the Grand Mosque, as well as allocating designated routes to regulate crowd movement in the courtyards surrounding the mosque and the passageways leading to mataf, ensuring the security and safety of pilgrims. The Monitoring and Control Center at the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Mina was closely tracking the movement of pilgrims on the second day of Tashreeq as part of the ongoing operations to ensure smooth crowd flow and the safety of pilgrims across all movement routes. The center relied on an advanced technological infrastructure that enables real-time monitoring of crowd density indicators and data analysis. This allowed for immediate decision-making and enhances rapid response to any emergency, thereby improving the flexibility and smoothness of pilgrim movement. The center operates based on a unified operational model that integrates all Hajj-related systems, covering group movement, transportation, aviation, and even entry data from various border points. This integration provides a comprehensive view of the pilgrim's journey from arrival to the completion of rituals. It has notably contributed to reducing waiting times at air entry points to under 40 minutes, thanks to integration with flight tracking systems and improved reception preparedness. Center teams also track the movement of pilgrim buses using smart technologies that generate precise movement maps, aiding in the organization of pilgrim flow and preventing congestion along critical routes, particularly during peak hours.
