This article argues that the hajj as a religious rite, in the past, has the potential to foster progressive awareness and drive socio-political transformation for Muslims, especially in Indonesia. This inevitably raises a new question: can the pilgrimage now be expected to play a role in driving change for Muslims who are still entangled in the bonds of neo-colonialism, neo-imperialism and neo-liberalism.
SIASAT Journal is an international journal for religious, social, cultural and political studies using a peer-reviewed process published in January, April, July and October by BIRCU Publisher in association with The Indonesian Islamic Studies and International Relations Association (Insiera) , ...