Westerners have long been fascinated with the Hajj, writing memoirs on their journey to Mecca and describing how they managed to enter the space.[1] For many pilgrims, the Hajj represents an original and primordial state…
At 34°, it is one of the hottest days of the year in Istanbul. And while many Istanbullus might be tempted to stay at home or retreat to a cafe with good A/C, I have…
The Maydan team presents a select bibliography, inclusive of books, online resources and documentary films/videos, on Hajj, the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca. Please click on the titles to access the resources. BOOKS/ ONLINE RESOURCES …
Arjana, Sophia Rose. Pilgrimage in Islam: Traditional and Modern Practices. London: Oneworld Academic, 2017. 228 pages, $24.99 | Reviewed by Kenny Schmitt. Sophia Rose Arjana, in her new book Pilgrimage in Islam: Traditional and Modern…