FOR Muslims, the pilgrimage to Mecca known as the haj is a necessary act of worship. Although it is stipulated that it is obligatory for those who can afford it, many Muslimseven if they are poor village farmersconsider the haj as one of the main objectives in their lives as Muslims. Many save money over the course of their lifetime, rupiah by rupiah, and even sell their assets in order to be able to perform the haj.Ironically, this sincere devou...