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Barnama
17-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Jabal Nur - Spiritual Journey For Haj Pilgrims
MAKKAH, May 17 (Bernama) -- The opportunity to visit Jabal Nur, meaning Mountain of Light or Hill of Illumination, the site of the first Quranic revelation, is more than just a historical excursion. It is a spiritual journey, offering pilgrims a profound space for reflection and appreciation of Islam's greatest blessing, the Quran. Tabung Haji (TH) Holy Land Haj Facilitator (PIHTAS), Dr Mohd Bakri Aziz @ Saari, said Jabal Nur, located near the city of Makkah at an altitude of 642 metres above sea level, carries a deeply meaningful message for every pilgrim. He said it serves as a reminder to strengthen one's faith and commitment to Islamic teachings, even in the face of life's challenges. 'For those pilgrims who are blessed with the opportunity to climb it, although it is not a requirement of the pilgrimage, ascending Jabal Nur provides a moving sense of the immense blessings inherited through Islam,' he said when met by the media recently. He added that pilgrims can reflect on the profound event of the first revelation, which marked the beginning of Islam's spread and transformed the course of human civilisation. At the summit lies the historic Cave of Hira, where Prophet Muhammad SAW received the first divine revelation through Surah Al-'Alaq. This solitary cave became the sacred witness to a pivotal moment in religious history. Dr Mohd Bakri also highlighted the sacrifice and unwavering support of Sayyidatina Khadijah RA, the beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad SAW, who would deliver food and provide encouragement while the Prophet secluded himself in the cave for reflection and worship. 'Sayyidatina Khadijah's sacrifices and support during the early days of Islam should serve as a lasting source of inspiration for Muslims today,' he said -- BERNAMA

Barnama
30-04-2025
- Barnama
TH Takes Pilgrims To Madinah's Historic Sites To Deepen Understanding Of Islam's History
From Nurliyana Farhah Ruslan MADINAH, April 30 (Bernama) -- All prospective Malaysian haj pilgrims will be taken on visits to various historical sites in the holy city of Madinah, as part of Lembaga Tabung Haji's (TH) efforts to deepen their understanding of the life of Prophet Muhammad SAW, and the early development of Islam. Madinah Ibadah (worship) manager, Ustaz Mohamad Zahir Hussin @ Yusof, said that pilgrims will be placed in groups and guided by Holy Land Haj Facilitators (PIHTAS), to participate in the activities. bootstrap slideshow 'Pilgrims will visit several historical sites around the Prophet's Mosque, beginning with Saqifah Bani Saidah, followed by Al-Ghamama Mosque and the Abu Bakr Mosque. He said that the prospective pilgrims will then be brought to the area near the Green Dome, where they will receive guidance on the proper etiquette and procedures for visiting the tomb of Prophet Muhammad SAW, before proceeding to the Al-Baqi Cemetery. 'For the field visit, pilgrims will be taken to historical sites including Quba Mosque, Qiblatain Mosque, Mount Uhud, the Seven Mosques, and a date farm,' he said when met during the TH-organised programme here today. The first batch of Malaysian pilgrims for the 1446H/2025 Haj season, comprising 284 individuals - 112 men and 141 women - arrived safely at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, here, yesterday (April 29), at 8.04 am local time. For this year's haj season, the Saudi Arabian government has approved a haj quota of 31,600 Malaysian pilgrims, and they are expected to arrive in Madinah and Makkah in stages. Meanwhile, Mayashashiela Mat Isa, a programme participant, expressed her satisfaction with the explanation provided by PIHTAS.