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Once a year, millions of Muslims from all over the world travel to Saudi Arabia, to complete an important religious duty called Hajj. The travelers gather in the city of Mecca, carrying out holy acts over several days.

每年一次，数百万来自世界各地的穆斯林前往沙特阿拉伯，完成一个重要的宗教义务，称为朝觐。朝圣者聚集在麦加市，进行数天的神圣仪式。

Hajj is one of the five pillars, or bases, of Islamic belief.

朝觐是伊斯兰信仰的五大支柱之一。

Here is a look at the religious event and its meaning to Muslims: Every Muslim who is financially and physically able is expected to complete at least one Hajj. Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The others are declaration of belief, daily prayers, giving to those in need, and fasting. These acts are required.

以下是关于这一宗教活动及其对穆斯林意义的介绍：每个在经济上和身体上有能力的穆斯林都应该至少完成一次朝觐。朝觐是伊斯兰五大支柱之一。其他的支柱是信仰宣言、每日祈祷、施舍穷人和斋戒。这些行为都是必须的。

The Hajj takes place once a year during the Islamic lunar month of Dhul-Hijja. It is the 12th and final month of the Islamic year. The Hajj begins on June 14 this year and ends on June 19.

朝觐每年在伊斯兰阴历的月末月——祖·哈志月举行。这是伊斯兰年历的第十二个月，也是最后一个月。今年的朝觐从6月14日开始，到6月19日结束。

Performing Hajj meets a religious requirement for Muslims. The pilgrims are to seek God’s forgiveness for their wrongdoings. They believe the act brings them closer to God.

完成朝觐符合穆斯林的宗教要求。朝圣者会寻求上帝的宽恕，以赦免他们的过错。他们相信这一行为能使他们更接近上帝。

Many pilgrims bring with them prayer requests from family and friends that they would like to be said for them.

许多朝圣者带着家人和朋友的祈祷请求，希望能为他们祈祷。

Some Muslims spend years saving money and making preparations to make the pilgrimage. And other barriers can get in the way.