Mount Arafat, October 25: The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah exhorted the global Muslims to uphold Islamic unity and set aside their differences.
Delivering the Hajj sermon at Masjid-e-Nimra, on the Day of Arafat, he reiterated that there was no association between terrorism and Islam.
The Mufti called upon the Muslim community to follow teachings of Islam to promote peace and brotherhood. He reminded Muslims that suicide is haram in Islam and those who commit it will not be forgiven.
He said Islam teaches patience and tolerance and abhors all types of violence in the society.
Addressing the pilgrims, the Mufti said that all Muslims should emerge as one economic force and focus on science and technology.
He further said that the Islamic system of governance was better than a fake democracy. Political problems can be solved through dialogue, he added.
The Mufti urged pilgrims to respect all nations. He also called upon all Muslims to unite and help each other. He said it is the prime responsibility of the Muslims not to harm anyone on the basis of caste‚ creed and religion.
He urged the Muslims to ensure their children become good Muslims and play their due role in establishing a peaceful society. He also asked the rulers to work to solve the problems faced by the people.
Mufti said Muslim countries will have to work for improving their economies to overcome socio-economic and political problems. He urged the Muslims to bring their wealth back in Muslim community.
Hajj Pilgrims Perform Wuquf-e-Arafat
Earlier pilgrims performed the most vital pillar of Hajj, Wuquf-e-Arafat (Stay at Mount Arafat).
Hundreds of thousands of Hajj pilgrims, after overnight stay in Mina, started their journey to Mount Arafat after Fajr prayers.
The world's largest annual pilgrimage, the Hajj, began on Wednesday with hundreds of thousands of Muslims pouring into the camp of Mina from Makkah to prepare for the rituals.
The pilgrims are estimated to total up to three million this year.
At Mount Arafat, around 14 kilometres southeast of Mina, the pilgrims will spend the day in prayer and reflection.
After sunset, they will move on to Muzdalifah, halfway between Mount Arafat and Mina, where they spend the night.
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