The Hajj: A Journey of Faith
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A look at the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, which the Koran enjoins all Muslims to perform once in their lifetime. Examines the difficulties the Hajj presents each year for the Saudi Arabian government, as more than 1.5 million pilgrims annually fulfill this "Fifth Pillar" of Islam.
Film Details
Also Known As
Hajj: A Journey of Faith
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1998
Production Company
CNN
Technical Specs
Duration
30m
Synopsis
A look at the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, which the Koran enjoins all Muslims to perform once in their lifetime. Examines the difficulties the Hajj presents each year for the Saudi Arabian government, as more than 1.5 million pilgrims annually fulfill this "Fifth Pillar" of Islam. Also explores the rituals of the Hajj through the eyes of some of the pilgrims and the impact the Hajj has had on American Muslims who have made the pilgrimage.
Film Details
Also Known As
Hajj: A Journey of Faith
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1998
Production Company
CNN
Technical Specs
Duration
30m
