Fourteen pilgrims, including fourteen Jordanian nationals, lost their lives from sunstroke during the Hajj rituals in Mecca and Mina.
More than 2,760 pilgrims suffered from heat stress on Sunday alone.
The stoning of pillars representing the devil is a final rite of the Hajj and marks the start of Eid al-Adha for Muslims worldwide.
Muslims around the world celebrated Eid al-Adha on June 17, 2024, marking the end of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The holiday commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's obedience to God by sacrificing his son Ismail as a test of faith. However, this year's celebrations were marred by tragic incidents due to extreme heat.
Fourteen pilgrims, including fourteen Jordanian nationals, lost their lives from sunstroke during the Hajj rituals in Mecca and Mina. More than 2,760 pilgrims suffered from heat stress on Sunday alone (NPR). The stoning of pillars representing the devil is a final rite of the Hajj and marks the start of Eid al-Adha for Muslims worldwide.
Despite these challenges, many pilgrims expressed joy and gratitude for completing their journey.
Fourteen pilgrims, including fourteen Jordanian pilgrims, have died from sunstroke during the Hajj.
More than 2,760 pilgrims suffered from sunstroke and heat stress on Sunday alone.
The stoning of pillars representing the devil is a final rite of the Hajj and marks the start of Eid al-Adha celebrations for Muslims around the world.
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The article contains some instances of inflammatory rhetoric and an appeal to authority, but no formal or blatant logical fallacies were found. The author does not make any assertions beyond reporting facts and quoting statements from various sources.
][author] Masses of pilgrims on Sunday embarked on a symbolic stoning of the devil in Saudi Arabia under the soaring summer heat. Fourteen Jordanian pilgrims have died from sunstroke during the Hajj, according to Jordan’s state-run Petra news agency.[//]
Saudi Health Ministry spokesman Mohammed Al-Abdulaali urged attendees to avoid the sun at peak times and drink water, stating 'Heat stress is the greatest challenge.'
Imam Mahmoud Mohana expressed that Palestinians suffer greatly and live through difficult moments with their brothers in Gaza.
,Abraham's wife ran between two hills to procure water for her son during a trial. Water sprung up from the ground where his feet lay.
,Muslims honor Abraham by sharing meat from sacrificed animals with friends, family, and those in need.
,Giving to others and creating shared experiences are important aspects of Eid-al-Adha.
,Engaging in activities that bring fulfillment can contribute to personal growth and happiness.
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The article contains a few instances of informal fallacies. The author uses anecdotal evidence when stating that 'Many people kick off the holiday by calling and texting Muslims they know throughout the world with “Eid Mubarak,” which means blessed feast or festival.' This is not a representative sample of all Muslims and does not prove the statement. Additionally, there are a few instances of appealing to authority without providing evidence to support the claim, such as when the author states that 'Muslims also honor Abraham’s sacrifice with udhiya or qurbani — sacrificing a cow, sheep or goat and then sharing the meat with friends and family and offering it to those in need.' The author also makes a false dichotomy when stating that 'In Islamic spirituality, this mindset [of faithfulness and patience in the face of trial] becomes a real important way for Muslims to carry on through trials, suffering, oppression, evil that they suffer in life.' This implies that there are only two ways of thinking about spirituality - Islamic or otherwise - which is not accurate. Lastly, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when discussing the benefits of giving to others: 'Giving can “realign people so their mind will be different, they will think more positive thoughts, their bodies will feel better, they will have a smile on their face.” This is an overstatement and not supported by evidence. Despite these fallacies, the article does provide some valid information about the holiday of Eid-al-Adha and its significance in Islamic culture.
Many people kick off the holiday by calling and texting Muslims they know throughout the world with “Eid Mubarak,” which means blessed feast or festival.
Muslims also honor Abraham’s sacrifice with udhiya or qurbani — sacrificing a cow, sheep or goat and then sharing the meat with friends and family and offering it to those in need.
In Islamic spirituality, this mindset becomes a real important way for Muslims to carry on through trials, suffering, oppression, evil that they suffer in life.
Giving can “realign people so their mind will be different, they will think more positive thoughts, their bodies will feel better, they will have a smile on their face.”
Ahmed Alsayed Omran, a 70-year-old Egyptian retiree, struggled under the heat and couldn't find transport.
At least two pilgrims died and some were missing due to heat-related causes during the stoning ritual.
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The article reports deaths related to the heat during the hajj pilgrimage without specifying the number of pilgrims who died or providing any context as to how many deaths are considered 'normal' during this event. This selective reporting creates a sensationalist tone and may manipulate readers into believing that more people have died than is actually the case.
At least two pilgrims were seen lying on the side of the road, sheltered by buildings and cars, a few hundred meters from the concrete walls.
