{"_id":"668da05f0b76658b4c233571","title":"Is Hajj obligatory for one who is banned from Saudi Arabia? What if the ban is due to speaking against injustice?","question":"If I am banned from entering Saudi Arabia due to my criticism of its authoritarian practices—such as imprisoning protesters, imposing lengthy sentences for political demonstrations, restricting free press, and employing censorship and torture—am I then exempt from the obligation of Hajj? Does this ban relieve me of my religious duty, and how does this align with the Islamic principle of speaking out against unjust rulers, as encouraged by the Hadiths and Quran? \n\nI'm seeking insight into how one should prioritize obligations when faced with a conflict between speaking out against injustice and fulfilling the duty of Hajj, especially when criticism of an unjust government may prevent one from performing Hajj. How does one navigate this ethical dilemma?","answer":"Hajj is not wajib on you until you’re able to get a visa. \n\nIf you're confident that a certain action could jeopardize your chance of obtaining a Hajj visa, then steer clear of such actions. If critiquing is feasible without risking a ban, go ahead, but if it's likely to lead to exclusion, prioritize avoiding the ban. Islamic principles emphasize averting harm over pursuing gain.","tags":[{"_id":"668d9ff50b76658b4c232a43","tag":"Hajj and Umrah: Other","count":39},{"_id":"668d9fde0b76658b4c23277c","tag":"Contemporary Life: Politics","count":35}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:41:03.290Z"}