The Meaning of "Path" in the Hadith: "Every open road in Makkah is a place of sacrifice and a path"

Question : Shaykh, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Every part of Mina is a place of sacrifice, and every pilgrim in Makkah is a place of sacrifice and a path." What is meant by "path," may Allah preserve you?

Answer : "Path" means a route leading to the sacred sites. It does not mean that we are required to follow, for example, the specific path the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) took, or the path to Muzdalifah, or to Mina. For instance, in Mina, the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) took the middle path that leads out to the Jamarat of al-'Aqabah. It is not required for us to take the middle path; coming from any path to al-'Aqabah is sufficient. Yes. Clear.

The presenter : Yes, may Allah preserve you. Yes.