At the center of the Islamic religion lies the Ka‘ba. Uniting the aspects of the divine beauty and the divine majesty, it is ‘a place of resort and safety for human beings’. It lies in a city protected by the prayer of Ibrahim al-Khalil, alayhi’l-salam: ‘My Lord, make this land a sanctuary.’ The Ka‘ba has many meanings. One of these pertains to the Black Stone, which is the point at which the pilgrims come closest to its mystery. ‘Ali ibn Abi Talib narrated that when God took … [Read more...]
Walking the Walk By Ibrahim N. Abusharif
October 22, 2010 By
It is a Muslim’s sacred duty to live for a few days as a pilgrim, a reasonable requirement for a lifetime. The Pilgrimage or the Hajj is a composite of rites that are essentially reenactments of events of the distant past and, at one point, a grand dress rehearsal for what is to come. Adam, Abraham, Hagar, Ishmael, and Muhammad are the human names most closely associated with this rite, and what’s asked of the pilgrim is simply to emulate them, for the reason that their deeds, however ordinary … [Read more...]
Hajj Monorail Update
September 30, 2010 By
MAKKAH: The first phase of the Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro (Makkah Metro) project is expected to be completed before this year’s Haj, the Saudi Railway Organization (SRO) said on Thursday. SRO President Abdul Aziz Al-Hoqail said this will enable Haj pilgrims to use 35 percent of train service. The first phase will connect the holy sites of Arafat, Muzdalifah and Mina. This will reduce the traffic congestion, specially on the day of Arafat, to a large extent. “While the entire project … [Read more...]
The Road from Makkah
December 7, 2008 By
From Albalagh Hajj is obligatory once in a lifetime on those who can afford it, but it benefits the entire Ummah. Islam's acts of worship have multiple dimensions and they are organized at multiple layers. Daily Salat, for example, provides occasion for gathering in the neighborhood Masjid five times a day. The Friday Salat provides a larger weekly gathering and also includes a Khutbah to give this gathering a direction and purpose. The twice-a-year Eid Salats provide a gathering for the entire city. … [Read more...]
Finally – Affordable Hajj in South Africa!
July 17, 2008 By
Alhamdulillah this is taking a good direction. Before SAHUC or any one else things I'm anti-sahuc (see here) - Neither has Khitmatul A Awaam approached me to advertise this. I simply thing everyone should have an opportunity to perform Hajj at an affordable price and with honest & efficient operators. Should any travel agents wish to promote their hajj packages on MyUmmah.co.za - I will offer you to write up your package at no cost whatsoever. You could do me a solid by taking … [Read more...]
Azaan – The sound that echoes around the globe
April 22, 2008 By
Azaan - The sound that echoes around the globe [wp_youtube]wz_EGqmxmuU[/wp_youtube] Azaan: An incredible medium for the proclamation of Tawhid of Almighty Allah and Risaalat of Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam, the sound of which constantly echoes around the globe. Amazing though it sounds, but fortunately for the Muslims of the world, it is an established fact. Have a look at a map of the world and you will find Indonesia (an Islamic country) right on the eastern side of the … [Read more...]
*Important* – Non Profit Hajj Organisation
February 19, 2008 By
Formation of a Community Based Hajj Organisation A mass public meeting has been scheduled, details below: Venue:Â Omar Farouk Masjid Hall Lenasia, Extension 8 Time:Â Â Wednesday 20th February 2005 @ 7:30pm This organisation shall seek to provide a non-profit Hajj for 2008 within the realm of an Affordable Hajj Package for the individual. A volunteer team will be elected and your support & presence is required. Special arrangements for Ladies will be provided. YOUR ATTENDANCE … [Read more...]
Hajj 2007 photographs
January 9, 2008 By
Some stunning and moving pictures of Hajj 2007. While I'd like to take credit for these photographs, alas I did not photograph them. Simply got it via Email. … [Read more...]
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