| Author |
Khan, Hadji (Gazanfar Ali) |
| Author |
Sparroy, Wilfrid |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Vámbéry, Ármin, 1832-1913 |
| LoC No. |
05021048
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| Title |
With the pilgrims to Mecca: The great pilgrimage of A.H. 1319; A.D. 1902
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: John Lane,1905.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Turgut Dincer, Thomas Frost and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"With the Pilgrims to Mecca: The Great Pilgrimage of A.H. 1319; A.D. 1902" by Hadji Khan and Wilfrid Sparroy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work documents the experiences of pilgrims making the sacred journey to Mecca, providing insights into the religious significance of the Hajj and the cultural practices surrounding it. The authors aim to bring the spirit of Islam and its practices to a Western audience, highlighting the fervent devotion and diverse experiences of the Muslim faithful. The opening of the text establishes a rich context for the pilgrimage, illustrated by the introduction that chronicles the spiritual significance, personal sacrifices, and preparations involved in undertaking the Hajj. The authors discuss the deep-seated desire among Muslims to perform this religious duty and the various conditions that must be met before one can embark on such a journey. Through a blend of personal narrative and broader observations, the authors aim to convey the vibrancy of the Islamic faith, as well as the unity it fosters among its followers, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the pilgrimage itself and the experiences of those who undertake it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Pilgrims and pilgrimages
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| Subject |
Mecca (Saudi Arabia)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68124 |
| Release Date |
May 19, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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