A pandemic strike the world this year. It is the Swine flu. Hajj is the world's largest pilgrimage. Millions of Muslims gather in Mecca for a submission to God. Since Muslims all around the world are gathering in one city, the swine flu might spread faster in Mecca. Should countries limit the number of people going to hajj? I believe that different countries should limit the number of people going to Mecca because a disease moves from person to person faster when you are in a crowded area. I also believe that the number of Muslims going to Mecca should always be limited because many people die in Mecca every year during the pilgrimage. I think that the people with weak bodies and unhealthy conditions should not go. Senior Citizens should not go because they are getting old and their bodies are not meant for an intense walk from one place to another. Younger children should not go either because they are too young to understand and the walk is too long for them.
The Muslim community may not like it , but I believe different countries should take action for the safety of the Muslim people. Just for 8 days during Ramadan, Saudi Arabia could spend up to millions of dollars. They have to hire more and more police to patrol the tented area. Saudi Arabia has to provide the white bath robe for every Muslim. ( tradition of Hajj) Saudi Arabia is also responsible for hydrating the Muslim people because of the peninsula's hot climate. They have to provide sanitation to prevent the spread of disease. They have to provide sanitary food and water. The country has to provide alternative foods for people for food allergies.
If the Muslim people disagree with my thoughts. Just think about your safety. Religion is a faith and faiths are good for the soul, but they should not be taken too seriously.
