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Practice these MCQs in the appQuick fact: The most important part of Hajj is Waqoof-e-Arafat, as the Prophet (PBUH) said, "Hajj is Arafat."
Waqoof-e-Arafat, the standing at the plain of Arafat on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, is considered the essence and most critical pillar (rukn) of Hajj. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) declared "Al-Hajju Arafah" (Hajj is Arafat), meaning that whoever misses the standing at Arafat has missed Hajj entirely. Without it, Hajj is invalid, and it cannot be compensated by any other ritual.
The plain of Arafat is located approximately 20 kilometers east of Makkah. Pilgrims gather there from noon until sunset on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, engaging in supplication, repentance, and remembrance of Allah. It was at Arafat that the Prophet (PBUH) delivered his Farewell Sermon during his only Hajj. The day of Arafat is also highly virtuous for non-pilgrims, who are encouraged to fast on this day for the expiation of sins.
