FAJR REMINDER: FOLLOWING HIS FOOTSTEPS By: Umm Affān Dhū al-Ḥijjah 24, 1447 (10-June-2026) All praise is due to Allāh, Who sent His Prophets and Messengers with guidance and the religion of truth (Islām), and made it prevail over all other acclaimed religions, even though the disbelievers detest it. About Ḥajj, it is evident that this noble act of worship was prescribed long before the advent of Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ). Throughout the ages, pilgrims from every corner of the world and from all walks of life have journeyed to the Sacred House, seeking the Pleasure of Allāh, the Most High. In doing so, they follow the blessed path of Prophet Ibrāhīm and his patient and forbearing son, Ismā‘īl (‘Alayhimā Salām). Among the many profound lessons we learn from Prophet Ibrāhīm (‘Alayhi Salām) is the virtue of Ikhlāṣ (sincerity). He devoted his worship solely to Allāh, seeking none but His Pleasure. Likewise, anyone intending to perform Ḥajj must ensure that this great act of worship is...