Circling the House of God (2009)

Circling the House of God (2009) poster

Dr Martin Lings, a writer and scholar revered all over the world, performed the Hajj, or pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in 1948. Using unique archive material, he recollects his experiences along with his insight into its historical background. The original beauty and simplicity of the Hajj is brought to the viewer through the sheer presence and eloquence of Lings' narrative.

Director: Ovidio Salazar
Genre: Documentary, Family, History
Runtime: 37 min
Release Date:
Production: Matmedia Productions Ltd.
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Religious Persecution and Search for Tolerance, Religious Divide and Conflict of Faith

Keywords

faith, religion, islamic

More Films by Director: Ovidio Salazar
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Circling the House of God about?
Dr Martin Lings, a writer and scholar revered all over the world, performed the Hajj, or pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in 1948. Using unique archive material, he recollects his experiences along with his insight into its historical background. The original beauty and simplicity of the Hajj is brought to the viewer through the sheer presence and eloquence of Lings' narrative.
Who directed Circling the House of God?
Circling the House of God was directed by Ovidio Salazar.
How long is Circling the House of God?
Circling the House of God has a runtime of 37m (37 minutes).
What genre is Circling the House of God?
Circling the House of God is a Documentary, Family, History film.
What are the themes of Circling the House of God?
The themes of Circling the House of God include: Religious Persecution and Search for Tolerance, Religious Divide and Conflict of Faith.