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Photos: Haj pilgrims pray at Mount Arafat

Clad in ihram garments, their hearts filled with faith and reverence, they fervently prayed to Allah for forgiveness and mercy.

A pilgrim prays at Mount Arafat amid thousands gathered for the peak of Haj. Photo: SPA

Makkah: Pilgrims from around the world gathered at Mount Arafat from early Thursday morning, June 5, to offer prayers and supplications on the most significant day of the Haj amid soaring temperatures.

Clad in ihram garments, their hearts filled with faith and reverence, they fervently prayed to Allah for forgiveness and mercy.

Photos show thousands of Muslims taking part in the ritual, which is considered the culmination of the pilgrimage to Makkah.

Here’s a look:

A sign marks the beginning of Arafat, guiding pilgrims during the Haj journey.

Pilgrims scale Mount Arafat for Haj prayers on the Day of Arafah.

Pilgrims raise hands in prayer atop Mount Arafat.

A pilgrim prays at Arafat as a cat sleeps peacefully beside him.

Masses gather on Mount Arafat for peak Haj ritual.

Pilgrims pray at Namirah Mosque in Arafat during Haj.

This post was last modified on June 5, 2025 8:22 pm

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