Ansaruddin-SEPT-OCT-2016

MAJALIS & REGIONAL
ACTIVITY REPORTS
September and October
2016
members, neighbours, friends and particularly
needy and poor.
He also explained the concept of second Eid in
Islamic calendar that is called Eid-ul-Adhia (Eid
of Sacrifice) which follows the Hajj (Pilgrimage).
Hajj is one of fundamental pillar of Islam that is
performed at Kaaba’ in the city of Mecca. Hajj
promotes equality, brotherhood amongst the
Muslims as all men dress up in same clothing. A
king and a beggar are both dressed up in the same
way and performing the pilgrimage side by side.
At the end of pilgrimage, Eid is celebrated and
sacrifice of an animal is made.
His lecture was followed by question and answer
session.
One gentleman asked a question about the
hardships of fasting and if someone struggles with
the work or day to day routine then what is the
concession for such person?
Imam Sahib explained the exemptions provided to
those who fall under certain categories such as
children, old people, sick, pregnant women,
feeding mothers and those who are travelling.
A second question was asked about the
involvement of Muslims in birthday parties and if
there are any restrictions on them religiously or
culturally?
In his reply, Imam Sahib elaborated the purpose of
birthdays and reality of getting older behind it. He
explained that Islam teaches to be grateful and
thankful to the creator on each occasions.
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