RIYADH: More than a pillar, Hajj has always been a time for building spiritual connection, cultivating empathy and practicing patience.
Previous Hajj performers spoke to Arab News about how their experiences created serene and meaningful evenings for contemplation and connection that have altered their perception of the world through conversation and playful competitions.
“After a long day of manasik (Hajj rituals), evenings had a really different rhythm, almost like stepping into another dimension after the intensity of the day,” said Othmane Elammouni.
Former pilgrims describe evenings filled with prayer and storytelling after completing the day’s rituals. (SPA)
Their group would usually gather outside in circles and trade stories about their lives back home, he recalled. Cultural differences were always one of the most popular topics, along with food.
