Since our recent expedition was deemed an ‘ibadah’ ride, we earned the title “musafir” a term that can be translated as traveler. As musafir, we had met a number of people who are kind and generous who provide us with food and drinks as alms ad in return they ask us to pray for their well being.

When we had a fuel stop in Iran , we refueled at this particular station on the way to Tabriz. After refueling we went to the retail store which is also owned by the petrol station’s owner to get drinks and some snacks. When the manager asked one of us where we’re heading to and he answered, “we’re going to Mecca for Umrah.” He was surprised and said “mashallah”. When we wanted to pay for our food he said “sedekah, halal”, which means it’s alms and we don’t need to pay. They also invited all of us to have some drinks and snacks for free.

We would like to thank the owner who I can’t recalled his name for the hospitality he gave us. Thank you.

riders with the generous petrol kiosk owner and his workers