Page 31 - The Sacred Month of Dhul Hijjah

On page 31, Allah instructs about the well-known months for Hajj, which are the 10th, 11th, and the first ten days of the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Those intending to perform Hajj should maintain piety, avoiding sin and disputes during this sacred journey. Allah is aware of all the good deeds performed during this time.

Believers are advised to take provisions for the journey, with the best provision being Taqwa (piety and righteousness). There is no sin in seeking the bounty of the Lord through trading during pilgrimage. After leaving 'Arafat, pilgrims are to remember Allah at Mash'ar-il-Haram and seek His forgiveness. Allah is often forgiving and merciful.

Upon completing the Manasik (rituals), believers are reminded to remember Allah as they remember their forefathers or even more. Some people seek worldly bounties only, while others ask for both goodness in this world and the hereafter. Allah will allot a share to each according to their deeds, and His reckoning is swift.

Believers are urged to remember Allah during the appointed days of Hajj, and those who hasten to leave in two days or stay longer will not incur sin if their intention is to do good and obey Allah, knowing that they will be gathered unto Him.