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The meaning of Mecca the politics of pilgrimage in early Islam

The hajj, the fifth pillar of Islam, is a religious duty to be performed once in a lifetime by all Muslims who are able. The Prophet Muhammad set out the rituals of hajj when he led what became known as the Farewell Hajj in 10 AH (632 AD). This set the seal on Muhammad's career as the founder o...

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Main Author: McMillan, M. E. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London Saqi Books 2011
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Religion and politics˜x Historyœy To 1500
Religious leaders > Political activity > Saudi Arabia > Mecca
Islam and politics > Saudi Arabia > Meccaœx History > To 1500
Muslim pilgrims and pilgrimages > Saudi Arabia > Mecca
Islamic civilization > Political aspects > Saudi Arabia > Mecca
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