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Arab News
an hour ago
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Pakistan urges Hajj pilgrims to follow Saudi directives on sacrifice, stoning of the devil
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hajj Mission Makkah has advised the country's pilgrims to follow the directives issued by Saudi Arabia concerning the stoning of the devil or 'Rami Al-Jamarat' and animal sacrifice rituals during the annual Islamic pilgrimage, state-run media reported on Monday. Hajj pilgrims take part in the symbolic stoning of the devil, which is among the final rites of the pilgrimage. Pilgrims throw pebbles at three pillars in Mina, performing the ritual during the three days of the Hajj starting on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah. State broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported that each Maktab will have designated timings for the act of stoning the devil on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah. 'Every 'Nazim' [administrator] is bound to ensure that the intending pilgrims perform this ritual as per their allocated time slot,' Radio Pakistan said. 'Therefore, all pilgrims are advised to proceed in groups under the supervision of their 'Nazim' as per schedule.' The state broadcaster also reported that the Saudi authorities have set the time for sacrificing animals for Pakistani Hujjaj on the night between the 10th and 11th of Dhul Hijjah at 12:30 am. 'Hence, all pilgrims are urged to complete the 'Rami' of the first day before midnight,' it said. 'Pakistani Mission has strongly urged the Hujjaj to strictly follow these instructions to avoid any untoward situation.' During the Hajj pilgrimage, which concludes this year on Monday, June 9, pilgrims are required to sacrifice an animal. Nearly 89,000 Pakistanis have traveled to Saudi Arabia under the government's Hajj scheme and over 23,620 Pakistanis are performing the Hajj through private tour operators.
Arab News
14 hours ago
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Students from Islamic University of Madinah to guide pilgrims in Hajj animal sacrifice
MADINAH: Muslim students from the Islamic University of Madinah in the Hejaz Region are participating in the Hajj rituals of Hady and Adahi by offering guidance on animal sacrifice this weekend. Some 300 students representing 40 nationalities will take part in the annual sacrifice of animals through Saudi Arabia's Project for Utilization of Hady and Adahi. Students will educate and guide pilgrims, ensuring adherence to the Prophet's Sunnah during the performance of the rituals, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The project was established in 1983 to carry on the Hady and Adahi rituals on behalf of any Muslim, and supervise the use of Hajj meat and its distribution to the destitute. During pilgrimage, which concludes this year on Monday, June 9, pilgrims are required to sacrifice an animal in a ritual called Hady. Adahi is a voluntary sacrifice for non-pilgrim Muslims which takes place on the day of Eid Al-Adha. In collaboration with the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, the student initiative aims to supervise the rituals according to Islamic law, the SPA added.
Khaleej Times
7 days ago
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- Khaleej Times
Eid Al Adha in UAE: 11 slaughterhouses ready for Qurbani sacrificing in Al Ain
Slaughterhouses in the city of Al Ain are fully ready for Eid Al Adha, when many Muslims sacrifice an animal to perform a ritual that has a deep religious significance. During Eid Al Adha, which will start either on June 6 or 7 depending on crescent Moon sighting, Muslims around the world perform the ritual of sacrificing a sheep, goat, cow, or camel—in commemoration of Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. In preparation for the expected rush during Eid, authorities in the Abu Dhabi city of Al Ain announced full readiness in the slaughterhouses, ensuring residents of high cleanliness and extreme safety measures in the facilities. Well trained personnel will work during Eid days in 11 slaughterhouses throughout Al Ain, the city's municipality said in a post on X. Numbers of butchers and workers have been increased to 451 to guarantee high quality and fast service amid the Eid rush. Authorities also clarified that they take proactive maintenance and regular follow-ups through regular field visits to the slaughterhouses. Intensive preventive and health measures are also put in place, including intensified sterilisation procedures to avoid any diseases from spreading. In Dubai, authorities assured the public that the abattoirs adhere to the highest public health standards and added that these measures are in place to provide the public with a high-quality service experience during Eid celebrations. For those opting for online sacrificing during Eid, some UAE grocery apps like Careem and Noon are offering a chance to pre-order an animal for sacrificing, with prices starting from Dh1,000.
