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Restrictions for a Person in the State of Ihraam - II
Clipping Nails, Shaving, Cutting or Removing hair: This is restricted regardless of the means with which they are done, and regarding the hair, then the restriction applies whether it is from the head or any other part of the body. Allah Says (what means): {…And do not shave your heads until the Hady (offering) reaches the place of sacrifice…}.. More -
Restrictions for a Person in the State of Ihraam - I
A person in the state of Ihraam is a person who made intention and entered into one of the two sacred rituals, Hajj or 'Umrah, accompanied by the removal of normal clothing and putting on special clothing and then reciting the Talbiyah. There are certain restrictions that apply to the one who assumes this state. The Following are the Acts that are.. More -
How to Perform Hajj
There are Three Types of Hajj: 1) Hajj At-Tamattu’ 2) Hajj Al-Qiraan 3) Hajj Al-Ifraad Here, we shall talk about Hajj At-Tamattu’ as it is the most recommended one. In this type of Hajj, one is to perform ‘Umrah during the Hajj months (i.e. Shawwaal, Thul-Qa’dah and the first nine days of Thul-Hijjah) and to perform the.. More -
What is Hajj (Pilgrimage)?
The word Hajj, linguistically, means heading to a place for the sake of visiting; in Islamic terminology, it implies heading to Makkah to observe the rituals of pilgrimage. Hajj is obligated by Allah upon every Muslim, male and female, who is physically and financially capable. It is obligatory only once during the lifetime of a Muslim. Allah Almighty.. More -
Hajj by Proxy - I
Hajj is one of the best kinds of worship and the greatest in reward. It was related that the Prophet, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam, said: “(The performance of) ‘Umrah is an expiation for the sins committed (between it and the previous one). And the reward of accepted Hajj is nothing except Paradise. Whoever performs Hajj to this House (Ka'bah).. More -
Overall summary and tips
Hajj has always been referred to as the trip of a life time. I always wondered why this trip to a barren land was so spectacular and such a life altering journey. Alhamdulillaah, I now know. By the grace of Allah Almighty, I was able to visit the holy cities, Makkah and Madeenah during 2006 – 2007 with my beloved wife and was able to perform.. More -
Zamzam Water: The history & significance - I
Introduction Allah has made all living creatures out of water. People require water for almost everything; for agriculture, construction, transportation, and for cooling and heating. But not all water carries the same value and significance? Muslims refer to the water of Zamzam as something revered and unique. They crave this mysterious liquid and.. More -
Helpful advice for Pilgrims
Allah, The Most Exalted, Says (what means): “Hajj is [during] well-known months, so whoever has made Hajj obligatory upon himself therein [by entering the state of Ihraam], there is [to be for him] no sexual relations and no disobedience and no disputing during Hajj.” [Quran 2:197] 1- Consciousness of Allah The best way to please Allah.. More -
Preparing for Hajj & ‘Umrah – I
Every year, millions of Muslims make the journey of their lifetime. They come from all over the world for the sole purpose of fulfilling one of Allah’s greatest commandments to mankind – the Hajj. Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated that “The Prophet, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam, was asked, ‘Which is the best.. More -
Preparing for Hajj & ‘Umrah – II
After preparing oneself internally and financially for one of the most important events in the life of a Muslim, the pilgrim must plan and make actual logistic decisions regarding his/her journey. While one can always make the trip by himself or with a small group of individuals close to him, in this modern day this is not always the best choice. It.. More -
Zamzam Water: The history & significance -II
Venerable even before Islam After the rebirth of Zamzam on the hands of Abdul-Muttalib, the Makkans accorded Zamzam the veneration it deserved. They used to drink from Zamzam whenever they were about to engage in matter of grave importance. Al-Haarith Ibn Khaleefah As-Sa'di narrated that Quraysh always commenced their preparation to fend enemies.. More -
Zamzam Water: The history & significance -III
The chemical analysis of Zamzam Water Dr. Ahmad 'Abdul-Qaadir Al-Muhandiss indicates that the results of chemical analyses show that Zamzam Water is pure water, without color or smell, has a distinct taste, and its hydrogen exponent is 7.5, indicating that it is alkaline to some extent. A study conducted in American laboratories showed that traces.. More -
Farewell Tawaf for Hajj
Question: We performed Hajj this year. On the 12 of Dhul Hijjah, we arrived to Mecca to perform Tawaf Alwada'. Right after the end of the Zuhr prayer, and the people in charge of our group told us that the buses will leave right after the 'Asr prayer. So we performed Tawaf Alwada' first and we were finished with it about an hour before 'Asr, so we waited.. More -
Farewell Tawaaf
Question: I went to perform Hajj this year and I was unable to do the last portion which was the farewell due to the menses and my brother has said that it does not really matter if you did it or not. I want to know that my Hajj is complete or not and do I have to do it again? Fatwa: All perfect praise be to Allah, The Lord of the Worlds. I testify.. More -
Rulings of Arafah and Muzdalifah
Question: Asalam Alaikum 1.Inshallah" this year I plan to perform Hajj" with my family. since every year there is a number of pilgrims are increasing so those who are going through Moallims" they are not reaching in Arafat on time or before Zhur Prayers because of increasing pilgrims. what is the ruling of standing in Arafat. 2. Is.. More
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