In which Islamic month is Hajj performed?

Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam, and it is a compulsory act of worship for all Muslims who are physically and financially able to perform it at least once in their lifetime. The pilgrimage of Hajj is exclusively performed in the Islamic month of Zilhajj, which is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This sacred month holds immense religious significance, as it is the time when Muslims gather from all over the world to perform a series of rituals that commemorate the devotion, patience, and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S) and his family.

The key days of Hajj occur from the 8th to the 12th of Zilhajj, starting with Yawm at-Tarwiyah (8th Zilhajj) and culminating with the Day of Eid al-Adha (10th Zilhajj). During this period, pilgrims perform essential rites such as Ihram, Tawaf (circumambulation) around the Kaaba, Sa’i (walking between Safa and Marwah), standing at Arafat (Wuquf), and stoning of the Jamaraat. These acts are meant to demonstrate submission to Allah, unity among Muslims, and the lessons of sacrifice and devotion exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (A.S).

The month of Zilhajj is also spiritually significant for non-pilgrims, who are encouraged to increase acts of worship, fasting, charity, and remembrance of Allah. The festival of Eid al-Adha, which occurs on the 10th of Zilhajj, further emphasizes sacrifice, gratitude, and community in Islam.