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3. Yeah, lunar calendar, so the dates move around (like Ramadan) . . .

Mon Jun 24, 2024, 07:34 AM

Jun 2024

Wonder if they'll maintain this particular tradition when peak summer temps in Mecca hit 130F? 135F?

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Hajj became a death march for 1,300 in extreme heat [View all] NJCher Jun 2024 OP

this reminds me of one reason i'll never go to mecca rampartc Jun 2024 #1

They only have to go one time in their lives. jimfields33 Jun 2024 #2

Yeah, lunar calendar, so the dates move around (like Ramadan) . . . hatrack Jun 2024 #3

I don't think the weather will improve Marthe48 Jun 2024 #4