What is the underlying purpose for the rituals of Tawaf and Sa'i?

Chapter on Mentioning Hajj and Entering Makkah

Al-Mughni

Book of Hajj

Book 11 · Issue 4 · Bab 4

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Primary text

The performance of Tawaf around the House, between Safa and Marwah, and the pelting of the Jamarat are established for the purpose of commemorating the remembrance of Allah. This is based on the statement of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) narrated by Al-Athram and Ibn al-Mundhir.