The HAJ - 5th Pillar of Islam

hey folks,
there goes again my mind just want to rumble on and on...

The Haj

This Sunday will mark the official Idul Adha or the Haj.  Yes, for a Muslim if he or she can afford in his lifetime to perform the haj in Mecca.  It is the 5th pillar of Islam and for most Muslim-majority countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and others....public holiday people!! 
In Malaysia, officially falls this Sunday and the best part is that if public holiday falls on a Sunday, then Monday is a holiday as well!  Kewl!!!!!!!!

Basically, the Haj is not only a religious obligation for a Muslim to perform, but also a chance to travel outside of the country and experience life and sightseeing in the holiest cities in Islam which is Mecca and Medinah.

Of course, once the Haj is completed, then most Muslims would go and visit the interesting mosques and holy sites which is very historical in Islam.  In addition, shopping is also a must since one must defintely purchase the dates and souvenirs from Mecca and Medinah.

When the Haj trip is over and back to homeland, then if you are man, you will have a 'Haji' in front of the name and for woman, you will have a 'Hajjah'.

My turn for Haj?  InsyaALLAH, when the time comes, will do the same just like any other Muslims around the world.  Wait n See....

Cheerios!!!