Hajj and Umrah Made Easy

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On this day, Pilgrims perform the Hady (sacrificial animal) and also commence the first of three days ‘stoning of the devil’ rite or Rami . Note: If you intend to perform an additional Umrah later on, you must assume Ihram outside the boundary of the Haram before going back to Masjid al-Haram to perform Umrah. Most pilgrims choose to enter into Ihram at Masjid Aisha, which is the nearest and most convenient location from Masjid al-Haram. Regardless of whether you’ve yet been able to attend or not, the month of Dhul Hijjah holds countless blessings for Muslims around the world! Iblis is not contained within the pillar, so you’ll only lose your valuables and there is no benefit in doing so!

Ideally, you should delay making the intention until the last moment so you aren’t restricted by its prohibitions for longer than need be. With that in mind, we've put together an essential list of the du'as one needs to memorise when going on 'Umrah or Hajj. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) began the Hajj in 628 CE during the month of Dhul Hijjah, and is the same Hajj that Muslims perform today. If you feel tired after Tawaf or your feet are aching, you may take a rest until you feel you’re ready.Although this seems like a lot to remember, the steps are actually fairly simple once you’ve memorised them.

You can also watch our Hajj documentary series The Prophetic Steps, filmed in Makkah, to learn more about the different steps of Hajj, including the history of the Ka'bah itself. After arriving at your accommodation in Makkah, you may want to freshen up or take a rest before making your way to Masjid al-Haram to perform Tawaf al-Umrah.It is recommended to recite Surah al-Kafirun (Surah 109) in the first Rakah and Surah al-Ikhlas (Surah 112) in the second, although other Surahs may be read. Allāhumma zid hādhā-l-Bayta tashrīfan wa ta’ẓīman wa takrīman wa mahābah, wa zid man sharrafahu wa karramahu mimman ḥajjahu awi-’tamarahu tashrīfan wa takrīman wa ta’ẓīman wa birrā. The stoning of the Jamarat – otherwise referred to as the ‘stoning of the devil’ – is a ritual carried out by Hajj pilgrims whereby pebbles are thrown at three stone structures in Mina across three days. At safa we make a Dua, then at Marwa we make the same Dua – do we repeat it 3x like we began at safa?

The Qurbani for non-travellers is Sunnah muakkadah (confirmed Sunnah) according to most scholars and Waajib (a religious duty) according to the Hanafis. Tip: Be patient here, as space inside the tents can be very tight, and you might find yourself very close to fellow pilgrims. Kissing – If you reach the Hajar al-Aswad, place your hands on it, put your face between your hands, say “bismi llāhi wallāhu akbar (بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ)” and kiss it lightly. Please see our general terms and conditions for further details on ATOL or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: http://www.It is Sunnah to recite Surah al-Kafirun (Surah 109) in the first Rakah and Surah al-Ikhlas (Surah 112) in the second, after Surah al-Fatiha. It plays an important part in the rites of Hajj but is ultimately a mosque and not something that Muslims worship. Their selection of hotels and amenities was also the best among other companies offering similar packages. This guide is simple and very comprehensive and includes points where i should do dua and read durud sharif on our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ . Your Sa’i is complete once you have performed a total of seven laps between the hills of Safa and Marwa.