The Grand Hajj Symposium is a cultural and scientific meeting held annually in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during the Hajj season.[1] The first symposium was held in 1977 with under the title of "Acquaintance in Hajj".[1] The symposium is organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah with the participation of scholars, thinkers, Intellectuals, and writers of the Islamic world.[1][2][3][4]
| Grand Hajj Symposium | |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Annually |
| Location(s) | Makkah |
| Years active | 1977 |
| Sponsor | Ministry of Hajj and Umrah |
Objectives
editThe Grand Hajj symposium has several goals to achieve; these include:[1]
- Exhibiting the cultural and civilizational role of the two Holy Mosques throughout the various ages.
- Conducting an intellectual dialogue and discussion about issues related to the Hajj.
- Creating a scientific network to link specialist researchers around the globe.
- Raising awareness among Muslims through the cultural activities of Hajj.
References
edit- ^ a b c d "The Grand Hajj Conference". www.haj.gov.sa. Retrieved 2019-04-28.
- ^ "KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE PROGRAM". Retrieved 2019-04-28.
- ^ "Peaceful nature of true Islam highlighted as Hajj Grand Symposium concludes in Makkah". Arab News. 2019-08-07. Retrieved 2019-08-07.
- ^ Munsef, Abdul Qadir (6 August 2019). "Grand Hajj Symposium inaugurated in Makkah". www.pajhwok.com. Retrieved 2019-08-07.
