What is the wisdom and meaning behind the stoning of the Jamarat during Hajj, in the sense of striking Satan, and why is it an obligation in this specific form?
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Throwing the is one of the obligations of Hajj, and the wisdom behind performing it is:
1. Following the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, for he threw the Jamarat and said: "Learn your rituals from me." 2. Recalling what happened to Abraham, peace be upon him, when Satan intercepted him to prevent him from sacrificing his son, so he threw him with seven pebbles each time. 3. Vexing and humiliating Satan, as he becomes enraged when he sees people stoning the place where he intercepted Abraham, peace be upon him.
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