The World’s Muslims: Religion, Politics and Society
Overwhelming percentages of Muslims in many countries want Islamic law (sharia) to be the official law of the land, according to a worldwide survey by the Pew Research Center. But […]
Kingdom launches Hajj package preference phase
The initiative helps pilgrims make informed choices ahead of the official booking phase and provides service providers with insights to prepare for the season. (SPA) Updated 41 sec ago SPA […]
The Quran’s perfect teachings vs the New Testament’s limited scope
A response to Reverend Wherry’s objections against the Holy Quran (Part 2 of 6) 19th October 2025 Click here for Part 1 Syed Mir Mahmood Ahmad Nasir This article examines […]
Jeddah to host annual Hajj Conference and Exhibition
The initiatives align with the Pilgrim Experience Program objectives within Saudi Vision 2030. (SPA) Updated 9 sec ago Arab News September 19, 2025 RIYADH: The fifth annual Hajj Conference and […]
Saudi Arabia enhances pilgrimage journey with record growth, satisfaction
Previous 1 / 6 Pilgrim Experience Program issued its 2024 annual report, showing a 101 percent increase in arrivals compared with 2022. (Supplied) 2 / 6 Pilgrim Experience Program issued its 2024 […]
Hajj: An Expression of One’s Love for God
MAGAZINE: EDITION MAY 2025Tariq Mahmood – CanadaIslamic Practices 3rd July 2025 reviewofreligions.org © Shutterstock Tariq Mahmood, Toronto, Canada Large crowds evoke something powerful within humans. Whether it’s watching millions celebrate […]
Global hypnosis: The silent control of minds in the age of social media, AI and materialism
21st June 2025 alhakam.org Tahir Ahmed, Finland In today’s interconnected world, social media exerts a pervasive influence akin to a “hypnotic grip,” shaping opinions, behaviours, and values. Governments, politicians, and […]
Pew Research Center Study: Islam Becomes World’s Fastest Growing Religion
ByThe Story of Mr. Ikhsan Suryakusumah Sunday, June 15, 2025 – A girl is seen reading the Quran. (Photo: Britannica) The Pew Research Center, a US-based think tank, released the […]
Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques launches Umrah season programs
Muslims pray around the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque complex in Makkah early on June 6, 2025. (AFP) Updated 21 sec ago SPA June 13, 2025 MAKKAH: […]
King Salman orders Saudi officials to aid stranded Iranian Hajj pilgrims
Tens of thousands of Iranians attend the Hajj each year. (AFP/File) Updated 5 sec ago Arab News June 13, 2025 RIYADH: King Salman on Friday ordered Saudi authorities to ensure […]
Hajj moves on: Pilgrimage shifts to cooler seasons for next 25 years
According to the National Center of Meteorology, the 1446 Hajj season officially marks the end of the pilgrimage coinciding with the peak summer months, a pattern that will not return […]
Makkah’s Mashaer metro transported 1.87 million passengers during Hajj 2025
With a fleet of 17 eco-friendly electric trains, each capable of carrying 3,000 passengers, the metro system has significantly reduced traffic congestion and carbon emissions by replacing about 50,000 passenger […]
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world, Pew study says
June 10, 2025 By Fiona André A Muslim pilgrim reads a copy of the Quran at the Grand Mosque during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Amr Nabil/AP […]
2 journeys, 1 destination: Hajj through the eyes of the young, elderly
RIYADH: Over 94,000 people participated in organizing the Hajj season in Saudi Arabia, where 1.4 million Muslims performed the pilgrimage in early June. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reported on […]
What pilgrims are sharing online after their Hajj journey
What pilgrims are sharing online after their Hajj journey Young pilgrims are using social media to process the weight of Hajj and share the experience with loved ones. (AN photo by […]
Centuries of Hajj documented in travelers’ chronicles
Hajj journeys were cultural, spiritual and humanitarian occasions that motivated numerous writers and travelers to document their rich details. (Supplied/SPA) Updated 24 sec ago Tareq Al-Thaqafi June 08, 2025 MAKKAH: […]
Hajj pilgrims on Tashreeq day amid high temperatures, tight security measures
0 of 1 minute, 0Volume 0% 1 / 4 Hajj pilgrims on Saturday continued the ritual stoning of the devil, casting pebbles at the Jamarat, three stone pillars in Mina, on […]
The Pilgrimage Of Mansa Musa
By ADF March 22, 2023 ADF STAFF The Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, dates to the seventh century, the time of the Prophet Muhammad. But Muslims believe the pilgrimage dates back thousands of years earlier, to the time of Abraham. All able-bodied Muslims must make the […]
How pilgrims can embrace sustainability during Hajj to reduce their environmental impact
Special Pilgrims can protect the sanctity of the holy sites and contribute to a greener future for the Kingdom through adopting mindful consumption habits and choosing eco-conscious products. (AN Photo/Huda […]