Muslims pray for what is good for mankind. Rains in Sahara would mean disturbing the ecological balance. For your information Saudi Arabia is desert and muslims do pray for rains in middle east, Allah answers their prayers, it rains in Arabian Peninsula in right proportions - this does not imbalance the Nature. Allah answers our prayers only when it is for good of humankind. If one pray for something which is harmfull to mankind than it is EVIL. My friend prayers are not superstitions!!
Talk about cultivation - why dont we convert the Millions of Hectars of vineyards to grow food in this fertile soil. This can be done more easily and cost effectively which is again useful for mankind.
