Hajj Mutahari | حج مطہری

Hajj by Ayatullah Murtaza Mutahhari is a thoughtful and spiritually enriching exploration of the great Islamic pilgrimage. In this book, Mutahhari explains Hajj not only as a set of rituals, but as a profound journey of transformation that shapes the believer’s soul, identity, and relationship with God.

He presents Hajj as a symbolic reenactment of human history, beginning with the sacrifices of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.), the purity of Hajar, and the devotion of Prophet Ismail (A.S.). Through Mutahhari’s philosophical insight, every ritual—whether wearing the ihram, circling the Kaaba, performing sa’i, or standing in Arafat—becomes a lesson in unity, humility, self-discipline, and detachment from worldly distinctions.

Ayatullah Mutahhari emphasizes that Hajj is a collective act of worship that unites Muslims from every race, class, and nation, reminding the ummah of its shared destiny. He discusses the moral, social, and political dimensions of Hajj, showing how it builds a sense of responsibility toward injustice, community welfare, and spiritual awakening.

The book invites readers to reflect deeply on the purpose behind each act of Hajj and encourages them to rediscover the pilgrimage as a means of purification, enlightenment, and renewal. Mutahhari’s eloquent analysis makes this work a valuable guide for anyone seeking to understand Hajj beyond its outward rituals, uncovering the inner meanings that lead the believer toward closeness to Allah.