Only once? A century ago, when more eco-friendly transport was still widely used and the number of pilgrims was far lower, repeat trips might have been understandable, if less practical. But today, pilgrims — particularly those who live far from Saudi Arabia — should consider the ecological damage caused every time they fly several thousand miles to Mecca.
The Muslim Prophet only completed Hajj once and if a single trip was adequate for him, it should be sufficient to those who wish to mirror him. Multiple pilgrimages are excessive and unnecessary, particularly if pilgrims stay in five-star lodgings. This is often considered the ultimate Hajj experience, coupling spirituality with luxury.
But money wasted on penthouse suites and yearly pilgrimages could be better spent on helping people who have yet to complete the pilgrimage to fulfil the fifth pillar of Islam. Othman Llywellyn, Environmental Planner for the Saudi Wildlife Commission, believes that nowhere should be more preserved by Muslims than the holy sites in Saudi Arabia.
Llywellyn explains that, according to Islam, there are regulations which require Muslims to treat all creatures in the two inviolable sanctuaries with the greatest care. A failure to ensure that these areas are protected is setting a poor example to the millions of pilgrims who flock to Saudi Arabia every year. Rianne ten Veen has found many Muslims to be dismissive of conservation. The longest chapter is even named after a cow.
Fortunately, an increasing number of Muslims are mobilising to raise awareness about sustainability. An increasing number of American Muslims have been mobilising green groups around the country, with one mosque in Bridgeview, Chicago even installing solar panels to power the building. Nathim Cairncross and Imtiyaz Ahmad Haron cycled almost 11,km over the course of nine months. Some initiatives have emerged from Saudi Arabia itself, with an underground metro easing the pressure on cars and buses.
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He has appeared in the District and Superior courts of North Carolina, nearly military courts-martial, US federal district courts and military commissions. Sterling is married to Dr. Joneis Thomas. Feel at home in the blessed city of the Prophet, with the beautiful calls to prayer, the rich history that we have heard stories about and the calmness that eases the burdens of our souls.
Make Hajj an experience that you will fondly cherish for a lifetime. Enjoy the exceptional comfort of our premium tents and services in Mina and Arafat allowing you to focus on what really matters — drawing closer to Allah SWT. A new you means a better, much improved, more God-conscious you. Makkah, the sacred city that you have been facing for every prayer throughout your life and now, finally, you are here, up-close and in person.
Enjoy and make the most of your time in the most blessed place on Earth! Thank you Dar El Salam for everything you have been amazing in every way and may Allah bless you and jazakom Allah Khairan.
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