The Hajj Coach

Hajj needs to be accessible to all Muslims, which does require upgraded infrastructure.  The Saudi Government has implemented many changes to the Grand Mosque and the surrounding neighbourhoods. It is a difficult balance to increase hotel rooms and restrooms while at the same time preserving the area.   There should be a safe place for everyone while at the same time there should be a way to preserve and honour the rich tradition and history of the past. Here are a few articles to help prepare your expectations upon arriving at the Grand Mosque. https://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/01/opinion/the-destruction-of-mecca.html https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2012/oct/23/mecca-architecture-hajj1 https://www.citylab.com/equity/2016/09/has-mecca-become-a-disneyland-for-the-rich/499766/

If you have children, grandchildren or other young people in your life, these are easy tools to teach them to memorize Juz Amma.  By teaching them you can upskill yourself and prepare for your Hajj journey. http://dawavoice.com/juz-amma-sheikh-mishary-rashid-alafasy-teaching-tajweed-qira-to-childrens/ If you have not already, setting the goal of memorizing the Juz Amma is a really good one for Hajj.  The Grand Mosque in Makkah (quick article  about the spelling ), can be organized into 2 parts.  The circular section with the Kabba in the centre and the rectangular section with no view of the Kabba.  For those who perform extra tawaf, you can read the Juz Amma.  Memorizing the entirety in advance is recommended.  This will allow you to be able to balance reading the Quran while you are performing the circumambulation of the Kabba.  It can be difficult to read from printed materials at times.

Have you been planning your Hajj trip either this year or in the future? More content coming soon.  Feel free to send your questions to info@hajjcoach.ca