Secrets of the Preliminaries of Hajj
Template:جعبه اطلاعات اعمالSecrets of the Preliminaries of Hajj refers to a set of meanings and outcomes resulting from a Muslim's actions to prepare for Hajj in their homeland. These are matters that precede the start of the Hajj journey and lead to the pilgrim's readiness and spiritual benefit. According to some, preparation for Hajj and its prominence in life are so important that saving for it has been encouraged in the narrations of the Infallibles (a), and it also has positive effects on the individual and society throughout the year.
Performing Hajj “with lawful wealth” is among the necessary preliminaries of Hajj, such that Hajj performed with unlawful wealth leads to the non-acceptance and even invalidity of the Hajj. It is also emphasized that the provisions for Hajj or 'Umra should be of the best quality. According to a narration from the Prophet Muhammad (s), God does not like extravagance, except in Hajj and 'Umra. Regarding the secrets of the preliminaries of Hajj, it is said that such behavior demonstrates the richness of Islamic society in the public sphere.
Preliminaries of Hajj
The preliminaries of Hajj involve performing actions and preparing material and spiritual means and necessities before the start of the Hajj journey, which leads to the pilgrim's readiness and spiritual benefit.[1] In a narration from Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a), preparing for the journey beforehand is emphasized.[2]
Saving for Hajj
The remembrance of Hajj and planning for it are considered to have a positive impact on the individual and society, as it leads to greater economic effort to earn income and cover the expenses of Hajj, and on the other hand, it sets a spiritual goal in a person's annual life.[3] In narrations from the Shi'a Imams (a), saving a portion of income for future Hajj expenses has been recommended.[4]
Hajj with Lawful Wealth
Template:اصلیPerforming Hajj “with lawful wealth” is among the necessary preliminaries of Hajj, such that Hajj performed with unlawful wealth leads to the non-acceptance and even invalidity of the Hajj.[5] And in narrations from the Infallibles, traveling with unlawful wealth has been prohibited.[6] Regarding the philosophy of prohibiting Hajj with unlawful wealth, some researchers have considered Hajj with unlawful wealth to be in contradiction with the essence of Hajj, which is servitude to God.[7] It has also been said that an act of worship whose preliminaries are not prepared from lawful sources is devoid of “taqwa” (piety), and “qurb” (proximity to God) cannot be achieved through such an act.[7]
Preparing the Best and Purest Provisions for Hajj
It is emphasized that the provisions for Hajj or Umra should be of the best quality.[8] Imam 'Ali Zayn al-'Abidin (a), when traveling to Mecca for Hajj or 'Umra, would prepare provisions from the purest things for it.[9] Regarding the philosophy of this recommendation, it is said that Hajj and 'Umra are manifestations of the richness of Islamic society. Therefore, taking the best provisions is recommended, and on the other hand, extravagance in Hajj is not considered forbidden.[8] The Prophet of Islam (s) said: “God does not like extravagance except in Hajj and 'Umra.”[10]
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- ↑ درسنامه پیش درآمدی بر فرهنگ نامه اسرار و معارف حج، ص 76 .
- ↑ کافی، ج4 ، ص 281 .
- ↑ درسنامه پیش درآمدی بر فرهنگ نامه اسرار و معارف حج، ص 76 .
- ↑ کافی، ج4 ، ص 280 .
- ↑ مناسک حج ، ص 36 ؛ مناسک جامع حج ، ص 36.
- ↑ تهذیب الاحکام ، ج 6 ، ص 368 .
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 درسنامه پیش درآمدی بر فرهنگ نامه اسرار و معارف حج، ص 77 .
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 درسنامه پیش درآمدی بر فرهنگ نامه اسرار و معارف حج، ص 78 .
- ↑ من لا یحضره الفقیه ، ج 2 ، ص 282 .
- ↑ من لا یحضره الفقیه ، ج 2 ، ص 167 .
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References
- مناسک جامع حج: Naser Makarem Shirazi, Abu l-Qasim 'Aliyan Nezhad, Qom, Madrasa Imam 'Ali b. Abi Talib (a), 1384 Sh.
- درسنامه پیش درآمدی بر فرهنگ نامه اسرار و معارف حج (Textbook: An Introduction to the Encyclopedia of the Secrets and Knowledge of Hajj), Committee of Secrets and Knowledge of the Deputy for Clerical Affairs of the Office of the Representative of the Supreme Leader in Hajj and Pilgrimage Affairs, Tehran, Mash'ar, 1389 Sh.Template:پایانTemplate:حج و عمره