| Grand Hajj Symposium | |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Annually |
| Location(s) | Makkah |
| Years active | 1977 |
| Sponsor | Ministry of Hajj and Umrah |
The Grand Hajj Symposium is a cultural and scientific meeting held annually in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during the Hajj season. The first symposium was held in 1977 with under the title of "Acquaintance in Hajj". The symposium is organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah with the participation of scholars, thinkers, Intellectuals, and writers of the Islamic world.
Objectives
The Grand Hajj symposium has several goals to achieve; these include:
- 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
- ^ "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.
