In Mecca, only Muslims are allowed, while non-Muslims may not enter or pass through. Attempting to enter Mecca as a non-Muslim can result in penalties such as a fine; being in Mecca as a non-Muslim can result in deportation.
Saudi Arabia is an Islamic theocracy. Sunni Islam is the State religion of the state and practice of any religion, other than Islam publicly is not allowed. All of the Hindus living in the nation are foreigner based expatriates and tourists on working and tourist permits.
You can only walk around this masjid unless you are a male muslim. The building is great, but I wouldn't bother making the effort to visit as you can't get inside and truly experience what is supposed to be the beauty...
Mecca is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. The Kaaba is located in the center of the Great Mosque in Mecca and universally considered by Muslims to be the most sacred spot on Earth. Thus, Mecca is a deeply spiritual destination for Muslims all over the world and is considered the heart of Islam.
In theory, any Muslim can enter the Kaaba. But only those who are authorized by the guardians of the monument, the Al-Shaibi family who have held the only key for 15 centuries, have this privilege. Behind the large wooden door covered with nearly 300 kg of gold is a small room with a marble floor.
In Mecca, only Muslims are allowed, while non-Muslims may not enter or pass through. Attempting to enter Mecca as a non-Muslim can result in penalties such as a fine; being in Mecca as a non-Muslim can result in deportation.
The only purpose of Muslims to go to Mecca is to pray as much as they can and hope to return to these holy places again, hence preferring not to have any distractions. Also during Hajj it would be impossible to give access to non Muslims as millions of Muslims get together in Mecca for the pilgrimage.
No. Although Christians and Jews believe in the God of Abraham, they are not allowed to perform the hajj. Indeed, the government of Saudi Arabia forbids all non-Muslims from entering the holy city of Mecca at all.
Worship in a Mosque
When salat (Arabic) or namaz (Persian/Urdu), one of the five daily prayer is in progress, non-Muslim visitors are welcomed but simply to observe rather than to join in.
Wearing a hijab can be a fashion trend or a way of protecting your hair from the elements. It doesn't necessarily have to relate to religion. Although it's a common practice for Muslim women, non-Muslims can wear it too if they want.
(vi) Entry to Makkah and Madinah is strictly forbidden to all non-Muslims. (vii) All expatriates are expected respect the culture, customs and rules of Saudi Arabia.
Idols were housed in the Kaaba, an ancient sanctuary in the city of Mecca. The site housed about 360 idols and attracted worshippers from all over Arabia.
"Thus, a Muslim woman is free to enter into a masjid (mosque) for prayers. It is her option to exercise her right to avail such facilities as available for prayers in a masjid," the affidavit said.
Marriage between Muslims and Hindus is not permissible, unless the Hindu party wishes to accept Islam and become a Muslim before the marriage contract is made. Marriage with Christian and Jewish women is permissible, though not recommended.
The Dubai Hindu Temple is a place of worship for Hindus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The small temple caters to the large Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates.
Hinduism is a minor religion in Iran.
Saudi law prohibits the importation of weapons, alcohol, narcotics, pork and pork products, pornographic materials, distillery equipment, re-treaded or used tyres, used clothing and certain sculptures.
Sunni and Shi'a Islam are the two major Islamic sects practised in Pakistan. Pakistan is a Sunni majority country, with 76% of Pakistanis identifying as Sunni and 10-15% estimated to be Shi'ites. Both variations of Islam have many different religious schools that Pakistanis adhere to.
The Bani Shaiba Quraysh (Arabic: بني شيبه, lit. 'the sons of Shaiba') are an Arab tribe that hold the keys to the Kaaba.
The interior contains nothing but the three pillars supporting the roof and a number of suspended silver and gold lamps. During most of the year the Kaaba is covered with an enormous cloth of black brocade, the kiswah.
Mecca is the holiest city in Islam where the pilgrimage or Hajj to Mecca is celebrated. This destination is only for Muslim tourists. At the entrance, there are several checkpoints where they will check that the visitor is a Muslim, and non-Muslims will be redirected to a highway that surrounds the city.
1. According to public forum Quora, some argue that non-Muslims are not allowed in Mecca because it is a holy sanctuary. 2. Others say that one has to qualify certain requirements to be there adding that Mosques or holy places are reserved for meditation and usually have basic requirements for entry.
As no faith other than Islam is permitted to be practiced openly; no churches, temples, or other non-Muslim houses of worship are permitted in the country although there are nearly a million Christians as well as Hindus and Buddhists—nearly all foreign workers—in Saudi Arabia.
Becoming a Muslim
You have to believe that there is only one God, Allah, who created the entire universe, and that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is his final messenger on earth. If you recite this, with total sincerity, in front of two witnesses, you have become a Muslim. It really is as simple as that.