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Hajj MadeSimpleSaeed Shaikh

The Story of Hajj and Umrah


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HAJJ


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Chant of : TalbiahChant of : Talbiah

Labbaik, Allahumma labbaik, labbaika la

shareeka laka labbaik, innal hamdawanne'matah laka wal mulk, la shareeka laka

Here I am, O Allah! Here I am; Here I am, there

is no partner unto You, Here I am; all praiseand favors and sovereignty belongs to You,there is no partner unto You.


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Background of Hajj

Adam and EveThe symbolism of Hajj goes way back to thebeginning to Adam, the first man

The story begins with a small mountain in theplain of Arafat which is known as the Mount of

MercyIt was here Adam and Eve were forgiven fortheir sins

For Muslims to be on that mountain on one ofthe days of Hajj is important and a main part ofthe Hajj ritual


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Background of Hajj

Ibrahim

The second most important moment celebrated by Hajjis the occasion when the loyalty of Ibrahim was put tothe test

Irahim had vowed to sacrifice everything in his life to

AllahHe took his son to a place called Mina to sacrifice himbut on the way he had to pelt satan 3 times to leave himalone as Satan was telling Ibrahim not to follow what

Allah had told himAllah was so pleased with Ibrahim and his willingnessto sacrifice his son


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Background of Hajj

Ibrahim

A ram was placed where Ibrahims son stoodand later on the ram was slaughtered

This day is an important day in Hajj and for all

Muslims around the worldThis day is known as Eid-Al-Adha (Eid ofSacrifice)

On this day Muslims around the world sacrificean animal and feed it to poor people


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Whats Hajj?

Hajj is a command of Allah (SWT)

Hajj is a visit to the Kabah in Makkah duringthe 12th month of the Islamic calendar, i.e.Dhul-Hijjah

Hajj is an act of Ibadah (worship) to pleaseAllah (SWT)

A Muslim tries to make pilgrimage at least oncein a lifetime

Hajj is the fifth pillar (basic duty) of Islam


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Hajj: Definition

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Literally: "Hajj" means heading for an honorableperson or place.

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Legally: Hajj means worshipping Allah by performingthe Hajj rituals, which are defined as specific acts

performed at a specific time and place and in a specificway.


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Whats the Kabah?

Kabah is the House of Allah (SWT ) in thecity of Makkah in Saudi Arabia

It is a large cube-shaped building covered

with a large black cloth with gold Arabic,Quranic calligraphy

Muslims must face towards the Kabah at thetime of prayer. This direction is called the

Qiblah.


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Who built the Kabah?

It was first built by the first prophet Adam (A)

It was rebuilt by the Prophets Ibrahim (A) andhis son Ismail (A)

It is the first house built on earth to worshipAllah and has been made larger over theyears

During Hajj, Muslims from all over the world

gather together in Makkah


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Obligation:Hajj & Umrah

The first House (of worship) appointed for men was thatat Bakka: Full of blessing and of guidance for all kinds

of beings. In it are Signs Manifest; (for example), theStation of Abraham; whoever enters it attains security;Pilgrimage thereto is a duty men owe to Allah, thosewho can afford the journey; but if any deny faith, Allahstands not in need of any of His creatures (3: 96-97).


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Is Umrah Mandatory?

And complete the Hajj and Umrahin the service of Allah (2: 196)


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Proper Respect for Hajj

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For Hajj are the months well known. If any oneundertakes that duty therein, Let there be noobscenity, nor wickedness, nor wrangling in the Hajj.And whatever good ye do, (be sure) Allah knows it.

And take a provision (With you) for the journey,but the best of provisions is right conduct. So fearMe, o ye that are wise (2:197)


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Proper Respect for Hajj

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Such : and whoever holds in honorthe symbols of Allah, such (honor) isan indication of the piety of hearts(22:32)


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Meanings of Hajj

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Submission and Servitude Making the efforts Spending wealth earned from Halal

means Cooperation Knowing others Sabr when harmed


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Obligatory Requirements

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Islam

Bulugh (reached age of puberty)

Aql

Istitaah (financial and physical abilities)


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Obligations for a Woman

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The requirement of a Mahram

Bulugh (reached age of puberty)

Aql


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Attitude during Hajj

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Halal means Departing from useless talks (Rafath,Jidal, laghu, etc.) let alone Haram ones Humbleness and avoiding excessive

ornaments Volunteering additional Ibadah andsacrifice when appropriate To be pleased with difficulty, spending

and sacrificing


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Excellence of Umrah & Hajj

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The Prophet ( )said: Umrah is an expiation for the

sins committed between it and theprevious Umrah; and the reward of HajjMabrur.

[Bukhari and Muslim] (i.e., one accepted) is

nothing but Jannah

:

. ( )

Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (

:) said "Whoeverperforms hajj and does not commit anyobscenity nor commit any evil, will

return as sinless as a new-born child."[Bukhari and Muslim]

: :.

))

: .


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Excellence of Hajj

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The Prophet ( )was asked: Which deed is the best?'' He

:) replied )Faith in Allah and His Messenger.Then he was asked: What is next? He

replied: Jihad (fighting) in the Causeof Allah. Then he was asked: What is

after that? He replied: Hajj Mabrur.

[Bukhari and Muslim]

: :

.( )Aisha ( ) reported that

she said: "O Messenger of Allah! Weconsider jihad as the best deed. Should

we not fight in Allah's Cause?" He

:) replied )For you (women) the best jihad: HajjMabrur.

[Bukhari]

:

: .( )


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Excellence of Hajj

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Aisha ( ) reported, Allah'sMessenger ( )said: There is no day when Allah setsfree more servants from Hell Fire than

the Day of Arafah. He draws near, then

praises them to the angels, saying:What do these seek?

[Muslim]

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:

. ( )

Abdullah reported that the Prophet (:) said Alternatebetween Hajj and Umrah, for these tworemove poverty and obliterate sins just

as the blacksmith's bellows removes all

impurities from metals like iron, goldand silver. The reward for Hajj Mabrur is

nothing short of Paradise.[Nasaee and Tirmidhee]

: :

.( )


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Goal: Hajj Mabrur

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Hajj Mabrur(an accepted Hajj) is:

A Hajj performed with the intention ofseeking Allah's pleasure only (completesincerity)

A Hajj free of sin; i.e. conducted with fullobedience to Allah ( )

A Hajj performed in accordance to theSunnah of the Prophet ( )

A Hajj which is not followed by

disobedience


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Types of Hajj

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Tamattu ( )Umra then Hajj during the months of

Hajj

Pilgrim called Mutamatti ()Requires Hady (animal sacrifice)

Qiran ( )Combined Umra and Hajj during the months of

Hajj

Pilgrim called Qaarin ()Requires Hady (animal sacrifice)

Ifrad ( )

Hajj only during the months of HajjPilgrim called Mufrid ()Does not require Hady

HajjUmra

Hajj

Umra Hajj


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Preparations for Hajj

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erity

ntance from all past sinslve outstanding differences and seek forgiveness from others

record all debts/update your wille sure the wealth to be used for Hajj is from Halal sources

ose the company of the righteousn as much as possible about Hajj and UmrahFiqh and how toMeanings, spiritual and historical aspects


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Preparations for Hajj

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Memorize some Dua from Quran and SunnahLearn how to pray Salat al-Janaazah (funeral prayer)Learn the etiquette of visiting the gravesLearn the rulings of Salat as-Safar (travelers prayer),

and wiping over socks in WuduMental and physical preparationMedical checkup


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Things to Carry: Essentials

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Ihram towels (for men), if first stop is Makkah

MedicationMoneyOne credit card for emergencies (dont keep it with

the money)

Travel Belt / Hajj Belt

Hajj BeltTravel Belt


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Things to Carry: Clothing

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Comfortable and modest clothes like Indo-Pak shalwar-qameesas well as the Saudi thoub (a one-piece head-to-toe garment)

are ideal and are recommended for men.

Women wear their normal comfortable clothes. Avoid nylonclothing (uncomfortable in hot weather).

Warm jacket, especially for Madinah at Fajr time.

Socks: useful for Tawaf and Saee, except Tawaf al-Qudoom(arrival) and its Saee (for men) when you will be in a state ofIhram.

Slippers/sandals/comfortable shoes.


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Things to Carry: Sleeping

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Mainly for the night of Muzdalifah

foam camping mat fleece blanket/sleeping bag

Inflatable camping or travel pillow


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Things to Carry: Misc

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Safety pins for your Ihram garments

Earplugs

Face masks

(When not in Ihram)

Eye covers

Tawaf/Sa'y counter beads

Colored packing tapes


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Things to Carry: Misc, Contd

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Unscented vaseline, band-aids

Travel size toiletries, nail clipper, small scissors, combSmall flashlight, travel alarm clock, batteriesA bag to carry shoes/slippers while inside the Masjid (in

Makkah and Madinah): quite useful

A small bag for pebblesAn empty suitcase, for gifts/items you buy from thereA small MP3 player with Quran recitations and your

favorites lectures preloadedA small book of authentic Dua


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Things to Carry: Communication

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Cell phones can make communication much easierwhile in Makkah/ Madinah/ Mina, especially if

traveling with relatives.

Cell phone requirements:GSMMulti-band (tri-band or quad-band) which include

the 900 MHz band. Currently, this is the only

frequency working in Saudi Arabia.

SIM-UnlockedYou buy SIM cards (Saudi Telecom or Mobily) from

Saudi Arabia.

Make sure to turn OFF your phone in the Masjid!


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Things to Carry: Patience!!!

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And keep most of the patience towards the end. That'swhen you are going to need it the most!Do not get angry.You will see a lot of irritating and misguided behavior. Try tochange it with wisdom and nice words if you can control

yourself; otherwise keep silent.Ask Allah( ) to help you on that.Be positive. Hope for the best, but be prepared for theworst.Have only one concern: will Allah ( ) accept myHajj?


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Hajj Calendar

Months of Hajj

Hijri Calendar:

1. Muharram2. Safar3. Rabi al-Awwal4. Rabi al-Thani5. Jumada al-Ula6. Jumada al-Thani

7. Rajab8. Shaban9. Ramadan

10. Shawwal ()11. Dhul-Qedah )

)12. Dhul-Hijjah )

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Days of Hajj

All in the 12

th

month, Dhul-Hijjah:

8th Dhul-Hijjah: day of Tarwiyah ( )

9th Dhul-Hijjah: day of Arafah ( )10th Dhul-Hijjah: day of Nahr ( )

(Eid)

11th Dhul-Hijjah: 1st day of tashreeq

12th Dhul-Hijjah: 2nd day of tashreeq

13th Dhul-Hijjah: 3rd day of tashreeq

Months of

Hajj

Days of Tashreeq ((


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Ihram

The state of being in Umrah or Hajjthus abandoning regular routine oflife and focusing on the Rites of Hajj

or Umrah

The wearing of clothes that areadequate for Ihram


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Ihram

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ShouldersCovered

(Except duringTawaf)


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Ihram


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Ihram: Prohibitions

Covering head or wearing clothes or shoes

for menWearing gloves and Niqabs, Burqas orspecially tailored face coveringHaircut or shaving

Clipping nailsPerfumes or colognes Killing or hunting animals, insects, ants, etc.Sexual intercourse or acts leading to it

Marriage proposals.Marriage contracts.


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Travel Supplications

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Subhaan alladhee sakhkhara lanaa haadhaawa maa kunnaa lahoo muqrineen wa innaailaa rabbinaa lamunqaliboon.

Glory be to the One who subdued this(vehicle) for us, for we were unable tosubdue it. And verily we will return toour Lord. (43:13-14)


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Sample

Allahumma inni as'aluka fee safari haadhaa al-birrawat-taq-waa wa minal-'amal maa tardaa.

O Allah! Verily, I ask of You in this journey of minerighteousness and piety, and the type of conduct which

will please you).

Allahumma hawwin alaynaa safaranaa haadhaa watwi'anna badah.

Oh Allah! Make this journey of ours easy for us andmake its distance short.

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Sample

Allahumma antas-Saahibu fis-safar wal-khaleefatu fil-ahl.O Allah! You are the most important travel companionand representative for the household.

Allahumma innee a'oodhu bika min wa'thaa as-safar waka'aabatil-mandhar wa sooil-munqalab fil-maali wal-ahl.

Oh Allah! Verily, I seek refuge in you from the hardship

of the journey and depressing sights and bad fate inmy wealth and family.

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Geography of Hajj: Mawaqeet

Mawaqeet ( ) is the plural of Meeqat (

): the geographical boundary that a personintending Hajj or Umrah may not cross withoutassuming Ihram for Hajj or Umrah, or both.

A Muslim intending Hajj or Umrah whocrosses the Meeqat without Ihram must return

to the Meeqat and make Ihram from there. Ifhe/she does not return and make Ihram fromthe Meeqat, then he/she must offer an animalsacrifice (Fidya).

U d t di H jjG h f H jj M t


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Geography of Hajj: Mawaqeet

U d t di H jjThe Route of Hujjaj


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The Route of Hujjaj

U d t di H jjHajj at a Glance


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Hajj at a Glance

First Day:

Put on ihram again,and declare onesintention ofperforming Hajj.Perform tawaf of thekabah and say, if

not performedearlier and leave forMina early in themorning. Stayovernight in Mina.This day is known

as the day ofreflection.

Second Day:

Go to Arafat, standhere with devotion,until sunset,praying and askingGod forforgiveness. This

day is known asthe day offorgiveness. In theevening move toMuzdalifah, restthere at night &

collect smallpebbles forstoning in Mina.

Third Day:

Go to Mina andthrow smallstones at thesatan pillars.Offer sacrifice andhave the hair

shaved ortrimmed. Go toMakkah performtawaf then returnto Mina. This dayis known as the

day of sacrifice.

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Hajj at a Glance

Fourth day:

Stay in Mina andthrow pebbles atSatan pillars. Thisday and the nexttwo days are knownas the days of

drying meat.

Fifth day:

Stay in Mina andthrow pebbles atSatan pillars.Return the sameday to Makkah andperform tawaf, thendrink the water ofZamzam. This endsthe Hajj.

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Understanding HajjTawaf


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Tawaf

Make Wudu or Ghusl. Start from the Black Stone or parallel to it. Kiss it, touch it with hand or stick, or point toit. Make takbeer at the Black Stone. Between Yamani Corner and the Black Stone,recite the following dua:

Our Lord! Give us good in this world and

good in the Hereafter, and defend us from thetorment of the Fire!"

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Tawaf

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Note: Safa to Marwah is one lap and Marwah to Safa is the secondNote: Safa to Marwah is one lap and Marwah to Safa is the secondlap, hence one will commence the Saee at Safa and complete thelap, hence one will commence the Saee at Safa and complete theSaee (seven laps)at MarwahSaee (seven laps)at Marwah



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Between the two green pillars,men are required to run with a slow pace,Women will not run but walk their usual pace.pace.



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DoDo HALQHALQ(shave the entire head)(shave the entire head)

oror QASRQASR(trim the hair of the(trim the hair of the ENTIREENTIRE

head to the extent of the firsthead to the extent of the first

joint of thejoint of the forefingerforefinger).).

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YamaniCorner

ShamiCorner

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MaqamIbraheem

Black StoneCorner

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Mina

Makkah

Road

Faysaliyya

hTunnel

Jamarat Area

Pedestrian Road

Tunnel

- -Al Masjid al Haram

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Mina

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In MinaIn Mina perform all Salahs tillperform all Salahs till Fajr (9Fajr (9thth ))

Takbeerat e TashreeqTakbeerat e Tashreeq will commence from this Fajr till thewill commence from this Fajr till theAsr Salah on theAsr Salah on the 13th13th..First recite the Takbeer, then Talbiyah in the days of hajj.First recite the Takbeer, then Talbiyah in the days of hajj.

Here (in Mina) spend time reciting Quran and Dhikr.Here (in Mina) spend time reciting Quran and Dhikr.RestRest

Prepare for the nextPrepare for the next important day tomorrowimportant day tomorrow..



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Mina

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Pray in Masjid Al-khaif (Mina).

It is reported that 70 prophets prayed inthis Masjid.



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Arrive at Arafah, before Zawal if possible.

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Elaf AjyadElaf Ajyad

Abraj Al-BaitAbraj Al-Bait

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