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Mecca. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs
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Mecca. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs
Mecca. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741
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Mecca, the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad, is depicted in this beautiful 18th-century print from Histoire générale des cérémonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde (General History of the Ceremonies, Customs, and Religious Practices of All Peoples of the World). The image showcases the grandeur and spiritual significance of the city, with the Kaaba, the central shrine of Islam, at the forefront. The Kaaba, a cuboid building encased in a large, white structure called the Masjid al-Haram (the Grand Mosque), is the most revered site in Islam. Muslims around the world face towards the Kaaba during their daily prayers. The print also highlights other important structures in Mecca, such as the minarets and the various shades of tents that house the many pilgrims who visit the city each year for the Hajj pilgrimage. The Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, and every able-bodied Muslim who is financially capable is required to make the journey to Mecca at least once in their lifetime. The pilgrimage involves several rites, including circling the Kaaba seven times, standing at the plain of Arafat, and symbolically stoning the devil in Mina. This print offers a glimpse into the rich history and religious practices of the Islamic world during the early modern period. It serves as a testament to the enduring significance of Mecca as a spiritual center for Muslims and the importance of the Hajj pilgrimage in their faith.
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