How Hajj Demonstrates Beliefs Of Islam
Hajj is one of the five Pillars of Islam and regarded as the foundation of those who follow Islam;
any Muslim able to do carry out this pilgrimage is required to do so.
Hajj expresses beliefs of islam as the centre of Islam is surrender to Allah and undertaking Hajj is a perfect example of surrender and commitment to Allah. By just carrying out this pilgrimage it is known to be a tough task that requires time, effect: involves considerable sacrifice and signifies surrendering to Allah's Will- submission to the creator.
The Hajj requires the pilgrim as it is following the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim PBUH and mirror the practices (Sunnah) of the Messenger Prophet Muhammad PBUH.
During Hajj individuals are recommended to drink Zamzam water to quench their thirst. This recommendation comes from ancient times when Isma"il and his mother Hajar were supplied with Zamzam water in the desert.
Hajj reflects Islamic beliefs as during Hajj and pilgrimage adherents wear white and all walk and bow in the same direction signifying the unity of mankind despite differences in nationality, race and class.
Hajj, for adherents affirms their beliefs, brings their ancestral spirit into the present and assists in the adherent to develop a stronger cultural identity and purpose in life.
any Muslim able to do carry out this pilgrimage is required to do so.
Hajj expresses beliefs of islam as the centre of Islam is surrender to Allah and undertaking Hajj is a perfect example of surrender and commitment to Allah. By just carrying out this pilgrimage it is known to be a tough task that requires time, effect: involves considerable sacrifice and signifies surrendering to Allah's Will- submission to the creator.
The Hajj requires the pilgrim as it is following the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim PBUH and mirror the practices (Sunnah) of the Messenger Prophet Muhammad PBUH.
During Hajj individuals are recommended to drink Zamzam water to quench their thirst. This recommendation comes from ancient times when Isma"il and his mother Hajar were supplied with Zamzam water in the desert.
Hajj reflects Islamic beliefs as during Hajj and pilgrimage adherents wear white and all walk and bow in the same direction signifying the unity of mankind despite differences in nationality, race and class.
Hajj, for adherents affirms their beliefs, brings their ancestral spirit into the present and assists in the adherent to develop a stronger cultural identity and purpose in life.
Why Hajj Is important For Individual
By undertaking the Hajj pilgrims individuals are seeking to emulate the extent of submission displayed by their ancestors in these ancient times. For Example ~ ` The restoration of Adam and Eve and Allah's forgiveness after their disobedience ` The submission of Ibrahim in being willing too sacrifice Isma"il. Submission Submission by adherents to Allah is the heart of Islam and by undertaking Hajj it is an important component for muslims to submit fully and perfectly to God. Spiritual Preparation The preparation for the Hajj is both practical and spiritual which are further components highlighting the significance of Hajj for the individual and as Hajj has extensive demands it would not be possible that by undertaking Hajj to be other than an event of sincere significance for the devout Muslim. Personal Commitment Another component that demonstrates the importance of Hajj for the Individuals is the testing of personal desires and commitment involved in undertaking the Hajj. In order to fulfil Hajj adherents are required to overcome various personal challenges to be able to overcome temptation of the devil and remain steadfast in their submission to Allah. |
Importance Of Hajj For The Community
The importance of Hajj for the Muslim community can be seen in four elements; Public awareness of submission to Allah, Inspiration to others, Edification of the muslim community and its witness to the principles of international and multiracial harmony. Public Awareness As the Hajj and pilgrimage are undertaken by approximately two million adherents of Islam all over the world every year, it receives extensive media coverage; there is an important element of witness to the principles of Islam which are expressed in undertaking the Hajj. Necessarily the Hajj conveys submission to Allah and when undertaken by adherents on a extensive scale and widespread attention it provides an significant witness to the heart of Islam. Inspiration Another element of significance of Hajj for the community is in the way it inspires others. Although the Hajj is undertaken by individuals it still involves the community. The community is involves with the preparation of the pilgrims before they leave and in supporting a family member of the pilgrim while they are undertaking Hajj and having special imps of prayer and the festival of Id-ul-Adha, the festival of sacrifice. In the centre of community support for Hajj supported by festival and prayer this is a great source of inspiration for individuals in the community so that one day they commit themselves to undertake Hajj. Community Building The element of community building takes place during hajj. Community building happens both at an international level through the contact of others during Hajj and at a local level through the involvement of the local muslim community. With the connection of the community undertaking Hajj provides spiritual and community and assists in the strengthening and deepens community life. International and Interracial Harmony The fourth element of significance to the muslim community is the witness of harmony between individuals which is fundamental to the Hajj. Muslims that undertake Hajj gather together from all parts of the world and by coming in together they provide strong witness to the unity and diversity of the individuals of the Muslim community throughout the world. |