Muslim Pilgrims Are Taking “Hajj Selfies” And Clerics Are Not Happy

Clerics are reportedly condemning the latest “selfie fever” at Islam’s holiest sites.

"Selfie fever" has taken over the hajj — the pilgrimage to Mecca made by millions of Muslims to fulfill one of the five pillars of faith.

Best Place ever👍❤️ #mekka #medina #umra #kaaba

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Haj !!! #mekka #haj#arabiasaudita

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According to Arab News, this trend of selfies at Islam's holiest sites is not going down well with Muslim clerics and scholars.

At Masjid al Haram just close by Holy #kaaba. During my 4th trip to #SaudiArabia #makkah

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The hajj, one of the world's largest gatherings, is perceived as the "religious high point of a Muslim's life." This year's hajj is expected to fall between Oct. 2 and Oct. 7.

#tbt #saudiarabia #mecca #haram #kaaba #sothankful

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