Saudi
ISLAM Arabia Abrahamic
Religions
One of the most
well-known Islamic
Mecca nations is Saudi
Mecca is home to the Kaaba, a cube-shaped Arabia, which is
structure within the Masjid al-Haram frequently referred
(Grand Mosque). Muslims travel to Mecca to as the birthplace
to purify their souls and get closer to God. of Islam.
Mecca is also the site of many Islamic rituals
It is home to Mecca and Medina, the two
and acts of worship. The Hajj, or pilgrimage
holiest cities in Islam, and it welcomes
to Mecca, is a religious obligation for
millions of Muslims from around the world
Muslims that must be fulfilled at least once
who come for the annual Hajj pilgrimage and
in their lifetime, provided they have the
physical and financial means to do so.
the less important Umrah pilgrimage. Islam
Judaism
Christianity
Tharid
Tharid is a historical and culturally significant
Arabic dish. It is regarded as the Prophet
Muhammad's favorite meal and is part of
Islamic custom. Tharid typically consists of
bread slices that have been soaked in a
seasoned broth or stew, which is often
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prepared with meat, vegetables, and 12-GAS-Cardinal
legumes.
JUDAISM
St. Peter’s Basilica
Matzah
Israel Judaism is a major
religion in Israel, and it
is central to the
Balls
country's identity,
culture, and legal
system. The Jewish
religious calendar and
Matzah balls are a traditional Jewish dish
holidays are observed,
frequently included in chicken soup and the
and Jewish law, or
Passover Seder meal. They are essentially
Halakha, has an dumplings made from matzah meal, an St. Peter's Basilica, located in Vatican City,
influence on civil law in unleavened bread variety, along with eggs, is one of the most famous and significant
certain areas. water, occasionally a little fat (such as Christian churches in the world. It is a
chicken fat or vegetable oil), and seasoning. significant place of pilgrimage and a well-
The Western Wall is a highly significant known Christian icon. St. Peter's Basilica is
CHRISTIANITY
religious and historical landmark in proof of Christianity's enduring power and
Jerusalem's Old City. It is expected that lengthy history. Its spiritual and artistic
visitors to the Western Wall dress grandeur continues to inspire and move
modestly, and it is traditional to both believers and atheists.
approach the wall with utmost respect
and reverence.
Vatican City
Western Wall Vatican City is a city-state enclave within
the city of Rome, Italy. It serves as the
administrative and spiritual hub of the
Roman Catholic Church and houses the
Pope, who is the supreme head of the Lamb
Catholic Church worldwide. The Some Christian communities and families
foundation of Vatican City's identity and include lamb in their Easter meals as a
mission is Christianity, and more symbolic reminder of the Lamb of God. In
specifically Roman Catholicism. many cultures, Easter feasts typically
involve lamb dishes like roast lamb.
