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Every year, Muslims from all over the world take part in one of the largest gatherings on the planet –the pilgrimage to Mecca. This is known as Hajj and is one of the five pillars of Islam. If financially and physically able, every Muslim must make this pilgrimage at least once in his or her lifetime.
During these days, Muslims from varied backgrounds will all stand before God as brothers and sisters asking Him to accept their good deeds. The Hajj is a re-enactment of the experiences of the Prophet Abraham, whose willingness to sacrifice his son in submission to God is a great example for Muslims.
The Hajj is also a reminder of the Grand Assembly on the Day of Judgment when people will stand equal before God waiting for their final destiny, and as the Prophet Muhammad said, "God does not judge according to your bodies and appearances, but he scans your hearts and looks into your deeds."
During the next few days, please pray specifically for Muslims from Bangalore who are participating in Hajj this year. Pray that the sinfulness of their hearts would be clear to them. Ask God to reveal the way of cleansing to them. Pray that Jesus would appear to them in visions and dreams explaining that His blood alone can make them pure.
