Being able to travel for the performance of the Hajj pilgrimage is a great blessing of Allah Almighty for a believer. Hajj being the fifth pillar of Islam remains obligatory for Muslims at least once in their lifetime. However, it’s only obligatory when the person possesses the physical as well as the financial ability for it. Yet, hundreds of thousands of Muslims travel all around the year through hajj package for the performance of holy rituals in Makkah. Only a few are blessed with these opportunities, as per the will of Allah Almighty.
Since Hajj isn’t something that we observe daily, one might easily get confused about its dos and don’ts. So, here are a few tips.
The Dos of Hajj journey.
Preparations.
Before your departure to the kingdom, always get the necessary knowledge on the rituals of hajj; travel as well as the local rules and regulations. In addition, one must also know about the prohibitions in the state of Ihram. In short, educate yourself on every single aspect of the hajj journey. Hence, to have a peaceful time there.
Travel Light.
When traveling for the holy pilgrimage of Hajj, always travel light. That means only carrying your essentials such as ihram clothes, footwear, medicines, toiletries, electronics, regular clothing, your travel documents, and anything else of the sort that you deem necessary. Packing light would not only help you remain organized during your trip quite efficiently but also there won’t be any baggage handling hassles.
Respect everyone.
When you are in Haramain, you’ll meet people of different races, cultures, nations, and languages i.e., who have gathered there from across the globe. There might be some habits that you find strange in others but you should always remain respectful to every one of the pilgrims. Be mindful of personal boundaries and avoid breaching anyone’s privacy.
Spend most of your time in Supplication.
Remember that you’ve traveled this far i.e., to the holy land, for the sake of pleasing Allah Almighty. Therefore, when you are in Makkah on the Hajj pilgrimage, spend most of your time in supplication. Offer your daily Salah on time; Recite the holy Quran; perform Dhikr and Shukr as well as take part in charitable things.
The Don’ts of Hajj journey.
Indulging yourself in irrelevant matters.
As said earlier, you’ll come across a lot of different personalities who have gathered in Haramain for the holy rituals traveling from across the globe. So don’t indulge yourself in unnecessary debates or matters that don’t concern you directly. Try to remain silent, and practice patience and forgiveness to avoid any sort of conflict.
Breaking Rules.
When you are in the kingdom, you must abide by all of the local rules and regulations. These rules can concern anything i.e., from the accommodation you have to your travel permissions. Remember that, these rules are only for the sake of security, thus be responsible to ensure a safe hajj experience for everyone.
These are some of the dos and don’ts of the Hajj journey that you should necessarily consider.
