Hajj 2025: A Journalist's Account of Challenges and Spiritual Rewards in Mina

Hajj 2025: Mina's Challenges and Spiritual Rewards The annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is a deeply spiritual journey for millions of Muslims worldwide. This year, Astro AWANI captured a poignant interview with Zamir Zulkafli, a journalist from TV Al Hijrah, who shared his firsthand experiences in Mina, one of the main locations for Hajj rituals. Zamir described the physical demands of the pilgrimage. "The distance between where we were staying and the sites for the rituals was about 3 kilometers each way," he explained. "That's a significant distance, especially in the heat and with the large crowds." His words paint a picture of the physical exertion required for participants. Despite the challenges, Zamir emphasized the spiritual rewards. He described emotional moments of prayer and reflection, saying, "The atmosphere was so powerful, I found myself moved to tears." This highlights the emotional intensity of the experience. Zamir's account provides a valuable insight into the Hajj pilgrimage, reminding us of the devotion and resilience of those who undertake this journey. His interview shows both the difficulties and the profound spiritual significance of Hajj.