hajj

haaj

Explanation

An annual pilgrimage to the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia. One of the five pillars of the Muslim faith. Muslims should make the pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in their life if they can afford it and are well enough to go.

Context

A Muslim male who has completed Hajj is called Hajji, and a female, Hajjah.

Join Zainab and Furvah as they explore the key similarities and differences between the Shia and Sunni branches of Islam.

Understanding Denominations: Islam

Video length - 09.13

Published date - Feb 2026

Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

Downloadable resources

Come and join us for Eid ul-Adha – the Festival of Sacrifice, celebrated by Muslims all around the world!

Eid ul-Adha

Video length - 12.03

Published date - Jun 2025

Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

Orbiting Earth at this very moment, the alien survey ship “Pantheon” is abducting people to collect data about their belief systems. Ajmal is beamed into the interrogation chamber to answer questions about Islam.