UMRAH TRIP FROM KLIA - MADINAH - MECCA - JEDDAH(Transit)

 

  Assalamualaikum and Greetings to all visitors to the ANS TRJ Blog.  

        The UMRAH journey starts on 28th February 2024 until 12th March 2024 (first day of fasting 1445H-Jeddah)

        I went with the ANDALUSIA package. This is a travel gift from a friend from the afterlife. 

(28/2/2024)   Strange things happened while I was getting ready to go to the airport. My small luggage bag couldn't be opened even though I tried several times. My luggage coordinate number is 3-3-3 and I have never changed any other numbers. My children and I have tried everything. The flight is at 15:35 and I have to be at the airport 4 hours early. My sister and brother-in-law sent me to the airport. I was confused why I couldn't open it. I had to put my things in another bag because they had been waiting outside for a long time. Because of that, I left some emergency medicines on the table. On the way on the Nilai Highway, there was a sudden traffic jam. God knows what else is this obstacle.

        

      All the cars were moving slowly. Apparently there was an accident ahead. There were several cars in a transverse position between the third and middle lanes. Thank God we were not involved in the accident. My heart skipped a beat. I reached for the luggage bag and tried to open  it  with  the  coordinate   numbers      3-3-3. 'Tappp' the luggage bag was immediately opened... Allahhuakbar Indeed Allah is All-Knowing. Was it God's will that we slow down our journey a little that morning because of this accident? Subhanallah Alhamdulillah.. Thank You Allah💚.

          We continued our journey to KLIA and arrived safely at around 11:00 am. I had lunch with all my family and my best friend's family. UMRAH pilgrims are required to be at KLIA 4 hours before departure. Then I checked in, checked in my luggage, handed over my passport and got my boarding pass and waited at the departure hall. I was very excited to go to Madinah to meet Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). I went alone without a companion. My children can take care of themselves so I don't have to worry. I focused all my thoughts on Umrah which might be my first and last. I felt extremely happy and not at all awkward about my trip. I am used to being alone, after all my spouse has been buried for a long time😁👻. I really can't wait to go to Masjid Nabawi to meet Rasullullah S.A.W., the beloved of Allah S.W.T. Thank you to my only friend on earth and family members who helped make my journey easier at that time.

Let's read my next Umrah story👻♈.

        The flight took almost 9 hours to reach Madinah Airport. 

MH 158 - 28th February, 2024  :  KUL/MED  1535(MAL) - 1950(MED)

    I have set up my roaming phone settings for Saudi Arabia. Digi's line is good but I have to pay a hundred for 14 days. So we don't need to buy a sim card and so on. This method is more economical and I have no problems with my phone line while in Saudi Arabia. In the Digi application, we simply set the date 28/2/2024 to 12/3/2024 for the selected country of Saudi Arabia and Digi will automatically activate the roaming phone. When it's time for the flight, 'Good Bye Malaysia'. While in the clouds, I managed to record the scenery of Allah S.W.T.'s creation. The food on the flight was delicious, 5 star hotel standard.

I left my glasses on the flight to Medina😔   

    The flight was all good and we all arrived at Madinah Airport at 19:50 PM. We took a bus to Maein Taiba Al Madinah Hotel and this is where I stayed for 5 days and 4 nights.

Maein Taiba Hotel Location With Nabawi Mosque

        The room was for four people. I shared a room with a family from the north. Many came with their own families, but I came here alone without a friend or family member huhu. I'm used to being alone and I went quickly without any obstacles 💕💚.    The fun vibe is really hard for me to describe because this is the place I dreamed of going to, Alhamdulillah Allah granted it. Thank you Allah for inviting me here and thank you to my generous good friends and family for making my journey easier. After dinner at the Cafe Hotel, I immediately left the place with full confidence and excitement to see the Prophet's Mosque and meet the Prophet.

        The temperature in Medina was cool like in Cameron Highlands and the cool breeze greeted me gently. The weather was very beautiful that night. The journey took 4 minutes to reach the door of the Mosque. I walked as if I had been sitting here for a long time without feeling awkward, as if this city of Medina belonged to me 😂💚.

 

        Entering the vast Mosque area, my eyes caught sight of the Green Dome which houses the Tomb of the Prophet. "Assalamualayka Ya Rasulullah", I began to feel sad and melancholy when I saw the Green Dome of the Tomb of the Prophet. Through the 'NUSUK' application the next day 29/2/2024, I will enter Raudhah at 21:30 pm to visit the Tomb of the Prophet S.A.W. 

    I booked entry to Raudhah via the NUSUK app before the day I left for Medina on Andalusia's instructions and chose 9:30pm as the appropriate time after Isha because I wanted to enjoy the cool nighttime atmosphere at Raudhah. The 'Andalusia' travel process was really good because everything was arranged and made easy by HIM, Alhamdulillah. On the second morning in Medina, our Mutawwif took all the 'Umrah' pilgrims to visit the area inside Medina. The pilgrims followed the Mutawwif on foot while listening to an explanation of the history there.

 

Let's listen to Mutawwif's explanation about the history of Medina.

The story of Saqifah Bani Saedah:  The Saqifah meeting was one of the most controversial events in early Islam, due to the exclusion of a large number of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), including his immediate family and especially Sayyidina Ali Bin Abi Talib, his cousin and son-in-law. The conflict that arose immediately after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is considered to be the main cause of division among Muslims today. Those who accepted the caliphate of Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq were later labeled Sunnis, while supporters of Sayyidina Ali's right to be the caliph were later labeled Shiites.

Alghamamah Mosque: This Mosque was named Ghamamah because at that time the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. was asked by the residents around Medina who were experiencing drought so that Allah S.W.T. would send rain on them. In addition, this mosque is also where the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. led the Istisqa' prayer to ask for rain.

Abu Bakar Mosque: Place of Prayer of the Prophet S.A.W. and the Caliph. This is one of the locations where Rasulullah S.A.W. prayed for Eid al-Fitr. He used to perform Eid prayers here. After the expansion, there is only 145 meters left between this place of prayer and the courtyard of the Nabawi Mosque. This Mosque is located about 50 meters from Al-Ghamamah Mosque. The area is 78 square meters. This Mosque is called Abu Bakar Ash-Siddiq Mosque because he performed Eid prayers in this place during his caliphate.

Ali Mosque:   The Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque is located in the area of ​​the Nabawi Mosque, in the northeast part of the main complex. This location is very strategic because it is in the Mosque Complex which is the spiritual center of Muslims, the place where Prophet Muhammad SAW was buried.  The construction of this Mosque began during the reign of the Abbasid Caliphate. Ali Bin Abi Talib himself is the fourth caliph in Islamic history, who ruled after Uthman Bin Affan.

The Tomb of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): This room is located to the east of the Prophet's Mosque - a very simple structure, built with date palm leaves and clay bricks. From the door of this room, we can see straight to the blessed Raudhah. This is where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) lived, led his country, and conveyed the teachings of Islam. This is also where he worshipped Allah S.W.T. The walls of this room bear witness to the Prophet's tenderness towards his family and companions. During the last moments of his life, the Prophet was more comfortable being cared for in this room than anywhere else. In this room, his noble soul left his body to return to his Creator. He was bathed, prayed for, and buried in this room. Later, his two companions, Abu Bakr and Umar, were also buried next to him.

"Eyes That Watch For Other Than Your Face.. Are In Vain, And Crying For Loss Other Than For You.. Are Fake"

The Glory of the Prophet:  There is no place on this earth that is more blessed than the place where the body of the Prophet (PBUH) rests. All the rooms of the Prophet's wives were demolished during the expansion of the Prophet's Mosque during the reign of Al-Walid Ibn Abdul Malik, except for Aisha's room because it housed the noble tomb of the Prophet (ﷺ). Muslims preserve this tomb with great respect, a sign of loyalty and love for the great leader.

Baqi Cemetery and the Companions (Giving Greetings from a Distance):    Baqi’ began to be used as a burial ground during the time of the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. Usman bin Maz’oon, a famous companion of the Prophet, was the first Muslim to be buried here.  Since then, Baqi’ has been the main burial ground for the people of Medina, including the Prophet’s companions, members of his family, and several generations of early Muslims.  These include the Prophet’s children, his wives, and important figures such as Imam Hassan bin Ali, as well as other prominent figures from among the Ahlul Bayt and the Companions.

"Every word he said was attentive, his service to all the pilgrims was the best. From Hotel Maein to the Prophet's Mosque in 100 meters and while walking I smiled happily to meet the Prophet even though I saw the magnificent Green Dome from the outside "Assalamualayka Ya Rasulullah". I really didn't expect my dream to be here, Allah has fulfilled it, Subhanallah. May Allah have mercy on my friend, Insya'Allah. 

    This is part of the early program at the Prophet's Mosque with Mutawwif. Tonight at 9:30pm I will enter Raudhah. Oh God, I can't wait to meet the Prophet, my beloved Prophet".

Let's Join a Pilgrimage Group Outside the City of Medina👻♈.

        On the 3rd and 4th day, we all boarded a bus for a tour outside of Medina. The concept of the tour session was to pass through and see from the bus at certain places such as the Ijabah Mosque, Bilal Mosque, Jumaah Mosque and Qiblatain Mosque. The bus stopped at the Qiblatain Mosque area and we all got off to look around the Mosque and take selfies as memories.

 Al-Ijabah Mosque

 Bilal Ibn Rabah Mosque

 Al Jumu'ah Mosque

  Al-Qiblatayn Mosque

 

JABAL UHUD - Sayed Al-Syuhada Mosque

       There are hawker stalls in the Sayed Al-Syuhada Mosque area.We all rested for a while here while looking at the surrounding scenery with the backdrop of barren, rocky mountains and pigeons in full flight on the plains.

The pilgrim group stopped at the Quba Mosque.        

             We all prayed and saw the magnificent beauty of the Quba Mosque.    The Quba Mosque (or Masjid al-Quba) was the first mosque built by Muslims. It is located in the city of Medina, about two miles from the Prophet's Mosque. It was founded by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) before he arrived in Medina during his migration from Mecca.  The Quba Mosque was later  completed by the Companions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) spent 20 nights (after the migration) in it, praying and worshipping Allah (SWT).

      After that we went to Aryaf Taibah Date Farm, Madinah.

I was able to buy Madinah cocklat sweets and dates to bring back later.  We all rested in the date plantation rest area while enjoying food purchased at a stall owned by an Indonesian there.

At Ladang Kurma Aryaf Taibah there is a food stall that offers Arabic cuisine. You can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere in Majalis chairs (Arabic style) while dining. This food stall is open from 5.00 pm to 12.00 midnight every day.

 MIQAT at Bir Ali Mosque or Dhu Hulaifah

       The 5th day we left Medina and that was the saddest day of my life. I stood in front of the Green Dome on one of the pillars under a big umbrella with a very sad feeling because this was the last day of leaving the Messenger of Allah S.A.W.. Oh Allah.. apparently this is the beloved of Allah who is loved so much by his people😭. When the bus passed on the main road, Mutawwif directed us to look towards the Prophet's Mosque-Raudhah, I and everyone in the bus cried sadly. Oh Allah, indeed the Messenger of Allah is the Beloved of Allah and our Beloved too. It felt like it was not enough to stay in Medina but we had to leave. Goodbye Messenger of Allah 'Assalamualayka Ya Rasulullah" InsyaAllah there is a provision for us to meet again even though you are already in our hearts. Before going to Mecca, we headed to Dhu Al-Hulaifah Mosque to make the intention for Miqat Umrah.

        The intention of the 'Miqat' at Bir Ali for Umrah is: "Nawaitul 'Umrata Wa Ahramtu Bihaa Lillahi Ta'ala". Meaning: "I only intend to perform Umrah and enter Ihram for the sake of Allah Ta'ala". Bir Ali, also known as the Dzulhulaifah Mosque, is the miqat for those coming from Medina.

         The journey from Medina to Mecca takes 5 hours. 

Assalamualaykum Ya Rasulullah... InsyaAllah We Will Meet Again With HIS Permission

After stopping at the Miqat on the Madinah-Mecca border, we continued our journey to Mecca. We arrived in Mecca and stayed at the Olayan Al Haram Hotel.  Upon arrival at the Olayan Al Haram Hotel, all luggage was brought into the hotel and the pilgrims were all ready to enter the Grand Mosque to perform Tawaf Qudum, which is the Welcome Tawaf to the House of Worship. Subhanallah, thank you for accepting our presence. 

OLAYAN AL HARAM HOTEL, MECCA

The first day we arrived at the Olayan Al Haram Hotel, a friend asked "Whose glasses are on the side table?" At first I said I didn't know, but then I went to the small table and looked closely at the glasses. After taking them and looking closely, they turned out to be my glasses that were left on the flight to Medina. It was really strange and miraculous to get those glasses back.

      

The view from the top of the Olayan Al Haram Hotel room        

   Tawaf Sunnah is a voluntary circumambulation of the Grand Mosque, outside of the Hajj or Umrah rituals, or as an additional circumambulation other than the obligatory circumambulation. It can be performed at any time and does not require sa'i.

        The last Tawaf is the Tawaf Wada, which is the Tawaf of Farewell to the City of Mecca.

        May Allah S.W.T. accept all our worship... Aamiin3x Ya Rabbal Aalamiin

        This is a pilgrimage outside the city of Mecca. The concept of pilgrimage is to cross the area while looking through the bus while being explained by the Mutawif. Among the places we passed were the Namirah Mosque, the Hill of Sacrifice {Mina}, the Masjid Masyaril Haram (Muzdalifah), Jamarat, Jabal Nur (get off and take pictures here}, Jabal Thur, Jabal Rahmah, Jabal Rahmah (Arafah) and then to Jaranah for the second Miqat Umrah, Taif Rose Farm and last Miqat at  Hudaibiyah Mosque.

NAMIRAH MOSQUE

The History of Masjid Al-Namirah

        Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. (PBUH) camped after reaching Arafat on 9th Dhul Hajj 10 AH during the Farewell Hajj. After resting for a while, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) got up at midday, sat on his camel and delivered the last sermon at Wadi Urana. Following this, he (PBUH) along with 100,000 companions, completed Hajj.

Soon after Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. (PBUH) finished addressing the Ummah, Allah (SWT) sent a revelation which said: "Today I have perfected your religion for you and completed My favour upon you, and I have chosen Islam; as your religion." [Quran 5:3]

The Hill of Sacrifice {Mina}

Masy'aril Haram Mosque Muzdalifah

Allah S.W.T. named Muzdalifah as Al-Masy'ar Al-Haram as in His Word in Surah Al-Baqarah Verse 198 which means "Then when you set out from the plain of Arafat, then mention the name of Allah at the place of Mash'ar Al-Haram."

THE JAMARAT

        Jamarat (plural of jamrah, meaning small stone or pebble)  refers to the three stone pillars in Mina, Saudi Arabia, where pilgrims throw pebbles during the Hajj pilgrimage as part of the :Stoning of the Devil' ritual. These pillars represent the three places where Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) was tempted by the devil before sacrificing his son, Ismail (Ishmael). The ritual symbolizes the rejection of evil and reaffirmation of faith. 

JABAL  NUR

      Jabal an-Nour (also Jabal an-Nur or Jabal Nur or 'Mountain of Light'), (Arabic: جبل النور‎), meaning "Mountain of Light". The mountain is located about 2 miles from Mecca in Saudi Arabia.  The mountain houses a cave on a steep slope at its summit, the Cave of Hira, where Muhammad received his first revelation from God (Arabic: Allah) through the angel Gabriel as a messenger from God.

JABAL THUR

  Mount Thawr, Makkah is also synonymous with a cave called Ghar al-Thawr (literally the Cave of the Bull), this is where Prophet Muhammad SAW and Saidina Abu Bakr hid on the orders of Allah from the threat of the Bani Quraish chief, this event occurred when he was on his journey to Medina. This is the cave referred to in the Hadith of Prophet Muhammad and Saidina Abu Bakr in the cave.

        The east door of the Thur Cave or Ghar al-Thawr is 1.25 meters high, while the width of the cave door is 3.5 m X 3.5 m. The cave has 2 doors, namely the west and the east. The west door was used by Prophet Muhammad and Saidina Abu Bakr to enter. The west cave door is only 1 meter high and is smaller than the east door. The east door has only recently been excavated to allow visitors to enter and see the condition of the cave. Climbers / visitors who wish to enter the Thur Cave must climb to the cave door, which takes 1 and a half hours depending on stamina.

Jabal Ar-Rahmah, Mecah, Saudi Arabia. We are doing a pilgrimage outside of Mecca here.

Mount Arafat (Arabic: جبل عرفات; Arabic: Jabal 'Arafāt) is a granite hill located east of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is also known 

as the Mount of Mercy (Jabal ar-Rahmah). 

This hill is located in the Arafat Plain, which is about 20 kilometers southeast of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. 

This hill has an important meaning for Muslims, especially during 

the Hajj pilgrimage. 

Pilgrims perform wukuf on this hill 

on the day of Arafah. This hill is known 

as Jabal ar-Rahmah (Mountain of Mercy) because this is where 

Prophet Adam and Siti Hawa were reunited after they were sent down 

to earth. In addition, this hill is 

also the place where 

Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. delivered his last sermon before his death.

            When I saw Jabal Ar Rahmah, my heart suddenly felt touched because this is where Prophet Adam and Eve met after being separated for so long when Allah sent them both to earth. I can feel what it's like to hold back the feelings of losing something we love. The feeling of depression that never fades even after we continue living as usual 😔. The story of 'Bukit Cinta' really touched my feelings personally. 

        Jaranah is the place for the Miqat (the designated boundary to begin Ihram) for performing Umrah, located 22km from the Grand Mosque in Mecca. It is considered an important Miqat, especially for the people of Mecca, as the Prophet Muhammad PBUH began his Umrah from this location. Jaranah also has historical significance as the place where the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. divided the spoils of war after the Battle of Hunain.

The Rose Farm In Taif

          

    The next pilgrimage chosen by the pilgrims is to the Rose Farm in Taif. Here we are told about the cultivation and processing of Rose flowers. Various colors of Roses are available here.

        Taif  Farm is known as a center for the production of high-quality Damask roses, which are used to make the famous perfume and rose water. The manufacturing process involves harvesting flowers, then processing them to produce perfume oil and rose water that are used in various cosmetic products and also to clean the Kaaba. Perfume oil and rose water from Taif are known for their high quality and are used in various cosmetic products. Rose Taif has a long history in Taif and is an important part of the culture and economy of the region.

    Masjid Al-Hudaibiyah

     The last activity is the Miqat at the Hudaibiyah Mosque. Al-Hudaibiyah Mosque is located on the old road of Jeddah in an area known as Al-Shumaisi, near the city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Al-Hudaibiyah Mosque is located approximately 24 kilometers from Masjid Al-Haram (Grand Mosque).

( 09032024  Day 10 - 11 )       After the pilgrimage, the bus group went straight back to the Grand Mosque to do the Farewell Tawaf, which is the farewell Tawaf to say goodbye to the Baitullah and the Grand Mosque.

After finishing the Farewell Tawaf, we rested and did the final activities at the Grand Mosque. Some took the opportunity to buy something for their families in the village.

On ( 10032024 Day 12 ) from the Mecca Hotel, Transit to the Jeddah Hotel and stayed there for a day and that day began the first Ramadan. Alhamdulillah we were able to fast for a day here.

(110324 Day 13 - Monday ) We broke our fast at the Jeddah Hotel before going to the Airport to return to Malaysia.

(120324 Day 14 ) We arrived at KLIA 1 at approximately 16:00pm safely, Alhamdulillah.

(Casual Sharing-Inside Story): 

    When I remember the pilgrimage outside of Medina, I laugh at my behavior there 👻😂.  I became controversial. I walked alone, I went everywhere, meaning I did my own thing. When I wanted to go anywhere, Mutawwif always reminded me to get on the bus at the appointed time 😁. I was always late for the bus because I was too busy seeing the historical traces of each pilgrimage place we went to. Only then did I realize that I was late for the bus, making everyone on the bus wait for me 😄. When I got on the bus, everyone asked, :Where are you going 'A'😁. At that time, we visited the Al Amoudi Museum which is located between the Mecca - Jeddah border.

         I didn't know what to say, then I saw goats on the hill behind the museum from the bus, I spontaneously answered, go up the hill to see the sheep 😄. The male pilgrims all laughed and the female pilgrims, Oh God, why did you go up that hill 'A'. Poor 'Mutawwif' had to look for me near the museum 😂👻. The Ustad just smiled at my behavior. I was provoked because everyone was with their families 😁👻.   

            The story of the second pilgrimage was when I went to the Quba Mosque. Me and all the pilgrims entered the main door and should have gone through the same door   of the shoes there. I followed the pilgrims who were crowding out and went out using another staircase. No wonder I had to find an alternative staircase to go back up to the main door wearing socks.. 😆👻.  It was really funny at that time. No wonder they all had to wait for me on the bus for more than half an hour 😄👻. The Mutawif was worried that I wouldn't make it haha. Oh my, I'm really in trouble. It's a shame that the Mutawif and the pilgrims on the bus had to wait for me haha. I remember looking around the area but didn't know the path up again had a guard guarding it. Luckily the guard opened a small gate to give me a way, otherwise I wouldn't have to circumambulate a mosque haha. I felt happy walking around the area, infinite happiness Ya Allah, thank you for inviting me here Ya Allah. I immediately felt innocent at that time, I just smiled and bowed to all the pilgrims. Ustad 'M' smiled at my behavior. Ustad is a patient and kind-hearted person. My Mutawif is Indonesian and we all had the opportunity to meet his wife and mother here. After that, everyone controlled my movements during the next pilgrimage haha. They told me to follow them😁. The friend who sent me here was supposed to be with me but he was busy with business and he just went for umrah last year with his mother. I don't usually mix with the neighborhood because my house is far away, so I'm used to moving alone and I don't care if I have friends or not. Insyaallah Allah is the Most Protecting.

Al Amoudi Museum | متحف العمودي

     

       While there, it wasn't that I didn't want to be with other female pilgrims. They were all family groups with husbands and children. The first day at the cafe, I tried to eat with two couples from another bus, at that time they seemed friendly when chatting, eating together but the next day they pretended not to see me. Oh God, this is so annoying. I'm also strange, in a holy place like this there is a feeling of jealousy huh. I'm friendly but I'm ethical. I'm afraid to be friends with married people. I just want to avoid bad prejudices and stay away from controversy. So it's better for me to find friends who drink alone so that my life will be calm. I brought myself and sat in the Prophet's Mosque with my Arab friends. Those were my friends there. I didn't think of taking pictures with them, oh my, I don't have any memories with them. When there was a pilgrimage activity, we all got together. There were also strange things that happened while in Medina and Mecca. 

            There was one time from Maghrib to Isha prayers at the Prophet's Mosque, I don't remember. In the closed women's block, there is an entrance right next to the Raudhah wall and the prayer room can accommodate around 200 people if I'm not mistaken. It was Friday, so I don't know how I got into this block. Oh God, I really felt the aura was very different sitting in this area. Subhanallah, at first I didn't know that this prayer area was next to Raudhah. Suddenly I heard the sound of something falling and a woman screaming behind the wall facing the qibla. I was shocked and thought there was a stampede behind the front wall. I asked the guard of the "Hajjah" mosque what was happening using sign language and facial expressions. Then he replied "Raudhah". Oh, now I understand, the worldly people on the other side want to enter Raudhah to visit the Tomb of the Prophet Muhammad. (My experience while in front of the Tomb of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) Raudhah, I continued to pray and prostrate for a long time. I raised my head and saw that all my friends were gone. I tried to stay there longer but the "Hajjah' guard started telling me to leave to give a chance to others waiting outside.)

            

            Continuing the story, the aura of this block is extraordinary, but if I follow my heart I don't want to leave there but it was time to eat, so I had to go back to the hotel cafe. Another incident, at that time I was inside the Prophet's Mosque in the very front row, in the block on the right side of the Mosque. When I was sitting waiting for the Isha call, the Mosque was full and almost all the blocks were full and narrow, only the aisle for the pilgrims was cleared for passage. If you want to pray the sunnah prayer, we don't need to be crowded, you can pray the sunnah prayer in the aisle for the pilgrims only. While waiting for Isha, I looked back there and saw an Arab female pilgrim from afar looking for a space to pray. Not long after, the woman came through the line of pilgrims and touched my back and I was surprised to see her. I asked the pilgrims on the right to give some space to this Arab pilgrim even though it was narrow. The Arab pilgrim continued to pray two rakaats of sunnah and after praying he immediately got up and before he left, he held my head. Apparently he had come all the way here just for the Sunnah Prayer.

        The third incident was when I arrived at the Olayan Al Haram Hotel, Makkah Mukarrahmah. Upon arrival I entered the room by placing my luggage next to the single bed by the window where I could see from the upper floor the atmosphere of the pilgrims walking towards the Masjidil Haram. After checking in the luggage in the Hotel, all the pilgrims went to the Masjidil Haram to perform Tawaf Qudum. After completing the first tawaf, we went back to eat at the Hotel cafe. When I entered the room, my roommate who was from the North asked "who has the glasses on the small table?" At first I said I didn't know. When I was about to leave the room towards the Masjidil Haram, I looked at the glasses again and looked carefully. Oh God, they look like my glasses.. Subhanallah, they are indeed my glasses. They are my glasses that were left in flight when going to Madinah. It was amazing. Alhamdulillah I got my glasses back, Thank you Ya Allah💚.

MH 151  - 12th March, 2024          :   JED/KUL   0110(JED) - 1510(MAL)

        That's the sharing of My Umrah Journey. If there are any mistakes and errors throughout the story, I would like to apologize, maybe during my Umrah I didn't know and didn't realize there were any errors in this writing. Thank you to everyone who is willing to stop by the ANS TRJ blog, hopefully you can browse the hiking, horror and other episodes that I have shared before. See you again in the next blog. Thank you and Greetings to all friends.