The Spirit of Hajj

A Hajj guide for the next generation of Muslims.
Written in plain English, this guidebook is easy to understand, and yet does not skimp on essential details.
Prior knowledge of Arabic terms is not required.
It follows standard advice common to Hanafi, Shafii, and Maliki schools.
Practical tips and the 'voice of experience' will help you avoid basic mistakes and protect your spiritual journey.
This book is your friendly guide to Hajj and Umrah.
Included in it are:
> Steps of Hajj and Umrah
> Common errors to avoid
> A comprehensive packing list
> Travel writings and rare photographs
> A Hajj quiz (with answers!)
> and much more ...
A special feature of this book is the focus on spiritual aspects of Hajj.
A transformational experience can only occur at a higher level of consciousness.
This book illuminates that sacred path.
The author is a physician and a professor.
Originally from Pakistan, he has lived in the US from Rochester, New York to Seattle, Washington.
He is a writer, speaker, and a well-known researcher.
Table of Contents
Preparation
Packing List
Steps of Hajj
Steps of Umrah
Madinah - the city of the Prophet
A Spiritual Experience
Travel Tips
Mistakes to Avoid
Hajj Quiz
Historical Photos

M Jawad Hashim is a physician and a professor from Pakistan. He has lived and worked in the US where he was active in community work. With an interest in teaching and instructional design, Dr Jawad Hashim enjoys explaining complex processes using a concrete, step-by-step layered approach. He follows the standard common fiqh shared across Hanafi, Shafii, and Maliki schools.