Hence, even today by the infinite mercy of the Almighty, we see
that the call is being accepted by the numbers of people
performing Hajj annually. Prior to the time of the Holy Prophet
Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam, during the years of ignorance Hajj
was performed in a shameful manner . The pilgrimage was
performed in a state of nudity, and prostrations before idols
were practised. The performance of Hajj was distorted to such a
degree that anyone who intended to perform Hajj was unable to
engage in any kind of trade, as this was totally contradictory
to the ruling of particular tribes. However, when Islamic law
uplifted the morals and actions of the people, Hajj was
established in its true light and eminence which has benefited
mankind in the past, present and will do so in the future. The
actual period of time in which Hajj became compulsory is open to
question. Within differing opinions some scholars believe Hajj
was enforced as an obligatory act in the year 6 A/H, whilst
others believe the year was 9 A/H. Th