Umrah (Lesser Pilgrimage to Mecca) The Prophet encouraged people to visit the Kaaba and perform the lesser pilgrimage, or Umrah. He said: “Indeed performing Umrah in Ramadan is equal to performing Hajj with me.” (Saheeh Al- Bukhari) Thus, millions of people flock to Mecca to perform this lesser pilgrimage, most coming during the last ten days of the month hoping to earn the reward of Hajj and also witnessing the prayers at the Kaaba, an exhilarating experience for the believer. One meets Muslims from all parts of the world, from all cultures and races, and all have congregated in this sacred sanctuary, fasting throughout the day and worshipping throughout the night, all to earn the pleasure of their Creator, their Lord.
Posted on: Wed, 17 Jul 2013 22:28:30 +0000