RUZAIK FAROOK
Muslims of Sri Lanka join the rest of the world to celebrate the festival of sacrifice. Hajj is one of the fundamental pillars of Islam to perform Hajj at least once in life time is the duty of every sufficient Muslim. Hajj is called the festival of sacrifice because of the sacrifice made by the Prophet Ibrahim, his wife Hajara and son Ismail to adhere to the commands of Almighty Allah in fulfilling his obligation. Millions of Muslim brothers and sisters all over the world are performing Hajj in the Holy City of Mecca to remember the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim.
Along with the profession of faith, daily prayers, a month long annual fast and charity to the poor, Hajj is one of the five tenets of Islam. Hajj is a once in a lifetime obligation for every Muslim, male or female, provided he or she is healthy enough to travel and has the means to undertake the pilgrimage.
On this holy day we pray Almighty Allah to restore much needed peace and understanding among our Sri Lanka brothers and sisters and usher in peace and harmony among all communities.
Hassim Omar
Chairman – Hassim Omar Foundation