HAJJ

GUIDE

Day 1: Ihram - Entering the State of Purity

Before setting out for Hajj, pilgrims must enter the state of Ihram, a sacred state of purity that marks the beginning of the pilgrimage.

- Ritual: Put on the Ihram garments (two white cloths for men, simple, modest clothing for women). Make the intention (niyyah) for Hajj and recite the Talbiyah (a prayer for the journey).

- Hadith: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: “The people will continue to perform Hajj until the end of time, so long as they have the two things: the Talbiyah and the Ihram.” (Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “And proclaim to the people the Hajj; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.” (Quran 22:27)

Before setting out for Hajj, pilgrims must enter the state of Ihram, a sacred state of purity that marks the beginning of the pilgrimage.

- Ritual: Put on the Ihram garments (two white cloths for men, simple, modest clothing for women). Make the intention (niyyah) for Hajj and recite the Talbiyah (a prayer for the journey).

- Hadith: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: “The people will continue to perform Hajj until the end of time, so long as they have the two things: the Talbiyah and the Ihram.” (Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “And proclaim to the people the Hajj; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.” (Quran 22:27)

Day 2: Arriving in Mina

After leaving the city of Makkah, pilgrims proceed to Mina, where they spend the first night of Hajj in prayer and worship.

- Ritual: Stay in Mina and offer the five prayers (Salat) on time.

- Hadith: “When you reach Mina, offer your prayers and make supplication to Allah, for that is the place where supplications are answered.” (Sahih Muslim)

After leaving the city of Makkah, pilgrims proceed to Mina, where they spend the first night of Hajj in prayer and worship.

- Ritual: Stay in Mina and offer the five prayers (Salat) on time.

- Hadith: “When you reach Mina, offer your prayers and make supplication to Allah, for that is the place where supplications are answered.” (Sahih Muslim)

Day 3: Arafat - The Day of Standing

The Day of Arafat is the most important day of Hajj. Pilgrims spend this day in prayer and supplication.

- Ritual: Stand at Arafat (Wuquf), the vast plain near the Mount of Mercy, and make supplications to Allah, asking for forgiveness and mercy. This is considered the most significant act of Hajj.

- Hadith: “Hajj is Arafat.” (Sunan Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “Then depart from the place where all the people depart and ask forgiveness of Allah. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.” (Quran 2:199)

The Day of Arafat is the most important day of Hajj. Pilgrims spend this day in prayer and supplication.

- Ritual: Stand at Arafat (Wuquf), the vast plain near the Mount of Mercy, and make supplications to Allah, asking for forgiveness and mercy. This is considered the most significant act of Hajj.

- Hadith: “Hajj is Arafat.” (Sunan Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “Then depart from the place where all the people depart and ask forgiveness of Allah. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.” (Quran 2:199)

Day 4: Muzdalifah - Collecting Pebbles

After spending the day at Arafat, pilgrims head to Muzdalifah for the night.

- Ritual: Spend the night in Muzdalifah, offering Maghrib and Isha prayers together. Collect pebbles for the next day's ritual of the Jamarat (stoning).

- Hadith: “When you reach Muzdalifah, pray there and collect pebbles for stoning the Jamrah.” (Sahih Muslim)

After spending the day at Arafat, pilgrims head to Muzdalifah for the night.

- Ritual: Spend the night in Muzdalifah, offering Maghrib and Isha prayers together. Collect pebbles for the next day's ritual of the Jamarat (stoning).

- Hadith: “When you reach Muzdalifah, pray there and collect pebbles for stoning the Jamrah.” (Sahih Muslim)

Day 5: Jamarat - Stoning of the Devil

On the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, pilgrims perform the ritual of stoning the three pillars, symbolizing the rejection of Satan’s temptations.

- Ritual: At Mina, throw seven pebbles at the largest pillar (Jamarat al-Aqabah), which represents Satan. This act symbolizes the rejection of evil.

- Hadith: “The stoning of the Jamarat is a reminder that you are rejecting Satan, just as Ibrahim did when he threw stones at the devil.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

- Quran Reference: “And when Ibrahim and his son raised the foundations of the House, [saying], ‘Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed, You are the Hearing, the Knowing.’” (Quran 2:127)

On the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, pilgrims perform the ritual of stoning the three pillars, symbolizing the rejection of Satan’s temptations.

- Ritual: At Mina, throw seven pebbles at the largest pillar (Jamarat al-Aqabah), which represents Satan. This act symbolizes the rejection of evil.

- Hadith: “The stoning of the Jamarat is a reminder that you are rejecting Satan, just as Ibrahim did when he threw stones at the devil.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

- Quran Reference: “And when Ibrahim and his son raised the foundations of the House, [saying], ‘Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed, You are the Hearing, the Knowing.’” (Quran 2:127)

Day 6: Sacrifice (Qurbani) and Shaving/Cutting Hair

After the stoning, pilgrims perform the sacrifice of an animal (sheep, goat, cow, or camel) as an act of submission and gratitude to Allah.

- Ritual: Sacrifice an animal and either shave your head (for men) or trim your hair (for women). This symbolizes a physical manifestation of your submission to Allah’s will.

- Hadith: “The best act a person can do on the day of Eid is the sacrifice of the animal.” (Sunan Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “So pray to your Lord and sacrifice [to Him alone].” (Quran 108:2)

After the stoning, pilgrims perform the sacrifice of an animal (sheep, goat, cow, or camel) as an act of submission and gratitude to Allah.

- Ritual: Sacrifice an animal and either shave your head (for men) or trim your hair (for women). This symbolizes a physical manifestation of your submission to Allah’s will.

- Hadith: “The best act a person can do on the day of Eid is the sacrifice of the animal.” (Sunan Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “So pray to your Lord and sacrifice [to Him alone].” (Quran 108:2)

Day 7: Tawaf al-Ifadah - Performing Tawaf

After completing the major rituals, pilgrims return to Makkah to perform Tawaf al-Ifadah, one of the essential rites of Hajj.

- Ritual: Perform Tawaf around the Kaaba. This is the second Tawaf after arriving in Makkah and represents a physical act of devotion.

- Hadith: “Tawaf is a part of Hajj. Whoever performs it with sincerity, it will be as if he is in the company of the Prophet (PBUH).” (Sahih Muslim)

- Quran Reference: “And when We designated for Ibrahim the site of the House, [saying], ‘Do not associate anything with Me and purify My House for those who perform Tawaf.” (Quran 22:26)

After completing the major rituals, pilgrims return to Makkah to perform Tawaf al-Ifadah, one of the essential rites of Hajj.

- Ritual: Perform Tawaf around the Kaaba. This is the second Tawaf after arriving in Makkah and represents a physical act of devotion.

- Hadith: “Tawaf is a part of Hajj. Whoever performs it with sincerity, it will be as if he is in the company of the Prophet (PBUH).” (Sahih Muslim)

- Quran Reference: “And when We designated for Ibrahim the site of the House, [saying], ‘Do not associate anything with Me and purify My House for those who perform Tawaf.” (Quran 22:26)

Day 8: Shaving/Cutting Hair

After completing Tawaf al-Ifadah, pilgrims proceed to shave their heads or cut their hair, symbolizing the purification of the soul.

- Ritual: Shave your head (for men) or trim your hair (for women).

- Hadith: “O Allah, have mercy on those who shave their heads.” (Sahih Muslim)

After completing Tawaf al-Ifadah, pilgrims proceed to shave their heads or cut their hair, symbolizing the purification of the soul.

- Ritual: Shave your head (for men) or trim your hair (for women).

- Hadith: “O Allah, have mercy on those who shave their heads.” (Sahih Muslim)

Final Steps: Tawaf al-Wada - Farewell Tawaf

Before leaving Makkah, pilgrims perform the final Tawaf, the Tawaf al-Wada, as a farewell act of devotion.

- Ritual: Perform Tawaf al-Wada as you prepare to leave Makkah.

- Hadith: “None should leave until they perform the Tawaf of the House.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

- Quran Reference: “And when you depart from Arafat, remember Allah at the Mash'ar al-Haram.” (Quran 2:198)

May Allah accept your pilgrimage and grant you peace and forgiveness.

Before leaving Makkah, pilgrims perform the final Tawaf, the Tawaf al-Wada, as a farewell act of devotion.

- Ritual: Perform Tawaf al-Wada as you prepare to leave Makkah.

- Hadith: “None should leave until they perform the Tawaf of the House.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

- Quran Reference: “And when you depart from Arafat, remember Allah at the Mash'ar al-Haram.” (Quran 2:198)

May Allah accept your pilgrimage and grant you peace and forgiveness.

Route of Hajj

Hajj Guide

Umrah Guide

HAJJ

GUIDE

Day 1: Ihram - Entering the State of Purity

Before setting out for Hajj, pilgrims must enter the state of Ihram, a sacred state of purity that marks the beginning of the pilgrimage.

- Ritual: Put on the Ihram garments (two white cloths for men, simple, modest clothing for women). Make the intention (niyyah) for Hajj and recite the Talbiyah (a prayer for the journey).

- Hadith: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: “The people will continue to perform Hajj until the end of time, so long as they have the two things: the Talbiyah and the Ihram.” (Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “And proclaim to the people the Hajj; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.” (Quran 22:27)

Day 2: Arriving in Mina

After leaving the city of Makkah, pilgrims proceed to Mina, where they spend the first night of Hajj in prayer and worship.

- Ritual: Stay in Mina and offer the five prayers (Salat) on time.

- Hadith: “When you reach Mina, offer your prayers and make supplication to Allah, for that is the place where supplications are answered.” (Sahih Muslim)

Day 3: Arafat - The Day of Standing

The Day of Arafat is the most important day of Hajj. Pilgrims spend this day in prayer and supplication.

- Ritual: Stand at Arafat (Wuquf), the vast plain near the Mount of Mercy, and make supplications to Allah, asking for forgiveness and mercy. This is considered the most significant act of Hajj.

- Hadith: “Hajj is Arafat.” (Sunan Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “Then depart from the place where all the people depart and ask forgiveness of Allah. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.” (Quran 2:199)

Day 4: Muzdalifah - Collecting Pebbles

After spending the day at Arafat, pilgrims head to Muzdalifah for the night.

- Ritual: Spend the night in Muzdalifah, offering Maghrib and Isha prayers together. Collect pebbles for the next day's ritual of the Jamarat (stoning).

- Hadith: “When you reach Muzdalifah, pray there and collect pebbles for stoning the Jamrah.” (Sahih Muslim)

Day 5: Jamarat - Stoning of the Devil

On the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, pilgrims perform the ritual of stoning the three pillars, symbolizing the rejection of Satan’s temptations.

- Ritual: At Mina, throw seven pebbles at the largest pillar (Jamarat al-Aqabah), which represents Satan. This act symbolizes the rejection of evil.

- Hadith: “The stoning of the Jamarat is a reminder that you are rejecting Satan, just as Ibrahim did when he threw stones at the devil.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

- Quran Reference: “And when Ibrahim and his son raised the foundations of the House, [saying], ‘Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed, You are the Hearing, the Knowing.’” (Quran 2:127)

Day 6: Sacrifice (Qurbani) and Shaving/Cutting Hair

After the stoning, pilgrims perform the sacrifice of an animal (sheep, goat, cow, or camel) as an act of submission and gratitude to Allah.

- Ritual: Sacrifice an animal and either shave your head (for men) or trim your hair (for women). This symbolizes a physical manifestation of your submission to Allah’s will.

- Hadith: “The best act a person can do on the day of Eid is the sacrifice of the animal.” (Sunan Ibn Majah)

- Quran Reference: “So pray to your Lord and sacrifice [to Him alone].” (Quran 108:2)

Day 7: Tawaf al-Ifadah - Performing Tawaf

After completing the major rituals, pilgrims return to Makkah to perform Tawaf al-Ifadah, one of the essential rites of Hajj.

- Ritual: Perform Tawaf around the Kaaba. This is the second Tawaf after arriving in Makkah and represents a physical act of devotion.

- Hadith: “Tawaf is a part of Hajj. Whoever performs it with sincerity, it will be as if he is in the company of the Prophet (PBUH).” (Sahih Muslim)

- Quran Reference: “And when We designated for Ibrahim the site of the House, [saying], ‘Do not associate anything with Me and purify My House for those who perform Tawaf.” (Quran 22:26)

Day 8: Shaving/Cutting Hair

After completing Tawaf al-Ifadah, pilgrims proceed to shave their heads or cut their hair, symbolizing the purification of the soul.

- Ritual: Shave your head (for men) or trim your hair (for women).

- Hadith: “O Allah, have mercy on those who shave their heads.” (Sahih Muslim)

Final Steps: Tawaf al-Wada - Farewell Tawaf

Before leaving Makkah, pilgrims perform the final Tawaf, the Tawaf al-Wada, as a farewell act of devotion.

- Ritual: Perform Tawaf al-Wada as you prepare to leave Makkah.

- Hadith: “None should leave until they perform the Tawaf of the House.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

- Quran Reference: “And when you depart from Arafat, remember Allah at the Mash'ar al-Haram.” (Quran 2:198)

May Allah accept your pilgrimage and grant you peace and forgiveness.