The first official Hajj was led by Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him).
Leadership of the First Hajj
In the year 632 CE, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) took a momentous journey known as the Farewell Pilgrimage (Hajjat al-Wada'). During this significant event, he led a group of worshippers to the Kaaba in Mecca.
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In 632CE, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) then led the first official Hajj, when he led a group of worshippers to the Kaaba in 632CE and destroyed the idols inside the Kaaba, restoring it to its original purpose in the name of Allah (SWT).
This pilgrimage, led by Prophet Muhammad, established the rites and rituals of Hajj as they are performed by Muslims today. His actions during this Hajj, including the destruction of idols inside the Kaaba, were crucial in restoring the Kaaba to its original purpose, dedicated solely to the worship of Allah (SWT).
Key Aspects of the First Hajj Led by the Prophet
- Year: 632 CE
- Leader: Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him)
- Location: Mecca, at the Kaaba
- Significance:
- Established the official rites of Hajj.
- Purified the Kaaba by destroying idols.
- Delivered his Farewell Sermon, summarizing core Islamic teachings.
This pilgrimage was a cornerstone event in Islamic history, solidifying the practice of Hajj as one of the five pillars of Islam.
