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Introduction
Significance & Philosophy of hajj
Upon Whom Is It Obligatory To Perform Hajj
What are the Timings of Hajj (Pilgrimage)
Pillars of Hajj
Sequence Of Rites and Actions For Performing Hajj
Departure From Home
Ihram at Miqat
Talbiyah
Entering Masjid-el-Haram
Istlam (Kissing the Hajr-e-Aswad)
Tawaaf (Circling of ka’ba)
Nawafal at Muqam-e-Ibrahim
Sa’ee(Running between Safa’ and Marwah)
Arriving at Mina
Arriving at Arafat
Arriving at Muzdalifah
Departure from Muzdalifah
Return to Mecca after the sacrifice and hair cut. Perform Tawaaf-e-
Afaza
Return to Mina after Tawaf-e-Afaza
Return to Ka’ba and Farewell
Prohibitions During the Pilgrimage
Ahsar
Umra
Types of Hajj
Places of Hajj inside Mecca
Ka’aba
Hajr-e-Aswad (The Black Stone)
Hateem
Multazam
Rukun-e-Yemeni
Mutaaf
Muqam-e-Ibrahim (Place of Ibrahim
Zumzum
Masjid-el-Haram
Al-Safa and Al-Marwa
Places Outside of Mecca
Mina
Arafat
Muzdalifah
Muwaqiat
Haram
1. Introduction
Hajj or pilgrimage to Mecca is one of the five pillars of Islam. Hajj was made obligatory in the 9th year of Hijra. The Holy Prophet sent off
300 Muslims under the leadership of Hazrat Abubakr Siddique (may Allah be pleased with him) to Mecca so that they could perform Hajj.
That was the year when it was banned for the Mushrikeen (those who associate partners with Allah) to enter Ka’ba. It was also made
unlawful to perform Tawaaf (circling of Ka’ba) with naked body.
The following year, 10th Hijra, the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) announced a head of time he himself would perform Hajj that year.
He led tens of thousands of Muslims to Hajj that year and demonstrated to Muslims how to perform all the rites and rituals of the Hajj.
This Hajj is known in history as Hajjatul Wida’ or Farewell Pilgrimage because this proved to be the last Hajj the Holy Prophet (peace be
upon him) performed. At the end of this farewell pilgrimage, the divine revelation that had started some 22 years ago came to an end with
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“This day have I completed My commandments for you, and have brought to its fullness the favor that I have bestowed upon you, and
have chosen Islam as your religion”
.Hajj is an act of worship just like Salat (five daily prayers) and Sawm (fasting in the month of Ramadan). Muslims from all over the world
gather in Mecca in the last month of Muslim calendar and worship Allah. Hajj is a special worship that lasts for several days. This is an
occasion that brings Muslims of all countries, colors, and races to one place – the Ka’ba. This is a unique opportunity of worshipping Allah
collectively in a large gathering at one place.c
With this idea, Hajj has been made a pinnacle of worship in order that Muslims who gather to perform Hajj can praise their Lord and
Master, be thankful for His blessings, and humbly pray to Him for the removal of their difficulties. Muslims living in various parts of the
world get to know each other, lay the foundation of social culture, give advice to each other, and provide opportunity for collective
struggle.
5. Pillars of Hajj
There are three basic pillars for performing Hajj:
1.To enter into state of “Ihram” and have the intention to perform the pilgrimage.
2.To stay at the field of “Arafat” on the ninth of Dul-Hajj If someone cannot go to the field of Arafat even for a short time then his/her
pilgrimage will not be complete. He/she has to perform the pilgrimage again the following year.
3.Additional circling of the “Ka’ba” that is done after the stay at the field of “Arafat” and performed from the tenth to the end of the month.
One should spend some money in charity as well. A woman is not allowed to perform Hajj alone and must be accompanied by an adult
Muslim Mahram (father, husband, son or brother etc.)
One should say two Rakat Nafl (supererogatory) prayer before leaving home for Hajj.
B. Ihram at Miqat
When one reaches “Miqat” (any one of the appointed places in Mecca where pilgrims make a vow of pilgrimage) one must perform
ablution or take a bath, use perfume, and put on two clean, unstitched, preferably white, pieces of cloth. This pair of clothing is called
Ihram. One sheet should be wrapped around the lower part of the body and the other sheet around the upper body; the head should not
be covered. Women can perform pilgrimage in the cloths they are wearing. Under normal circumstances a woman’s face should not be
covered unless she comes face to face with a stranger and she has to conceal herself. During the five days of Hajj, all Muslims engaged
in this worship must remain in this same simple dress. As soon as a pilgrim puts on Ihram and declares his intention to perform Hajj,
he/she enters into the state of Ihram and his/her Hajj begins.
C. Talbiyah
After putting on the Ihram, men and women offer two Raka’ts of Nafl (supererogatory) prayer followed by recitation of their “intention” and
saying the following words:
“Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik; La Shareeka-laka Labbaik; Innalhamda wan-na’mata-laka wal-mulka Lashreeka-laka"
Translation:
“Here I am, O Allah! Here I am in Thy August presence; there is no associate with Thee, here am I; surely all praise is Thine and all favors
are Thine and the kingdom is Thine, there is no associate with Thee.”
These words are recited in Arabic and called “Talbiyah”. These words are an essential part of the state of Ihram and Ihram will not
complete without reciting these words. After saying Talbiyah pilgrim is ready to fulfill his obligation of Hajj and is required to fulfill all the
conditions laid down for Hajj. While one is in the state of Ihram it is strictly forbidden to engage in foul talk, sexual conduct, arguments, or
enter into a war. Allah says in the Holy Quran: “ …so whoever determines to perform the Pilgrimage in these months, should remember
that there is to be no foul talk, nor any transgression, nor any quarreling during Pilgrimage. …” (2:198)
D. Entering Masjid-el-Haram
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After reaching Mecca, one should head straight to Ka’aba that is situated in bounds of Masjid-el-Haram and perform Tawaaf. It is said that
when one has his/her first glance at Ka’aba, whatever prayers one makes is granted.
E. Istlam (Kissing the Hajr-e-Aswad)
The act of kissing the Hajr-e-Aswad (Black Stone) is called Istlam. While kissing the Hajr-e-Aswad, ones hands should be on the wall of
the Ka’ba in the same position as when one performs a Sajdah (prostration) during a prayer. If it is not possible to kiss the Hajr-e-Aswad,
it is permissible just touch it with a hand and if that is not possible the just point to the Hajr-e-Aswad and blow a kiss to it.
F. Tawaaf (Circling of ka’ba)
After performing Istlam (kissing the Hajr-e-Aswad) as described above, a pilgrim should perform Tawaaf of Ka’ba. Tawaaf is performed by
going around Ka’ba seven times keeping the Ka’ba on left hand side (counter clock-wise). Istlam should be performed during each circle.
It is also permitted to perform Istlam of Rukun-e-Yemeni (Pillar of Yemen). The seventh circle ends at the Hajr-e-Aswad.
G. Nawafal at Muqam-e-Ibrahim
After completing the Tawaaf, the pilgrim should move to the Muqam-e-Ibrahim (Place of Ibrahim. At this place one should offer two
Rakats of prayer while facing Ka’ba.
H. Sa’ee (Running between Safa’ and Marwah)
Allah the Exalted has said the Holy Quran:
“Surely, Al-Safa and Al-Marwah are among the Signs of Allah. It is, therefore, no sin for him who is on pilgrimage to the House, or
performs Umra, to go round the two. And whoso does good beyond what is obligatory, surely then, Allah is Appreciating, All-
Knowing.” (2:159)
After praying two Rakats of prayer at Muqam-e-Ibrahim, the pilgrim then moves to “Safa”. At this place, he should face towards Ka’ba and
recite Durood, Takbir and Talbiyah. The he should walk briskly towards Marwah and recite the same at Marwah. This counts as one
circuit. Now one should move to Safa’ and repeat the prayers. One should complete seven circuits between Safa’ and Marwah. These
circuits are called Sa’ee.
After performing the circuits between Safa’ and Marwah, one is free to move about and go to a resting place.
I. Arriving at Mina
On 8th day of Dul-Hajj the pilgrims reach at Mina early in the morning after performing Tawaaf-Qudoom. A pilgrim offers Duhr, Asr,
Maghrib and Isha’ prayers at Mina and camp there for the night.
J. Arriving at Arafat
On 9th day of Dul-Hajj, after offering Fajr prayer, a pilgrim should move to Arafat. Stay at Arafat is called Waqoof and is the most
important part of Hajj. Without this, Hajj cannot be considered complete. If someone misses Waqoof, he should perform Hajj the following
year. One listens to the sermon at the plane of Arafat and offers combined Zuhr and Asr prayers. One should stay at Arafat till sunset
(Maghrib).
K. Arriving at Muzdalifah
One leaves Arafat after sunset and reaches Muzdalifah in the evening of 9th Dul-Hajj. Combined Maghrib and Isha’ prayers are offered at
Muzdalifah. The pilgrims spend the night at Muzdalifah.
L. Departure from Muzdalifah
On the 10th day of Dul-Hajj the pilgrims offer their Fajr prayer as early in the morning as possible. After the Fajr prayer a pilgrim leaves
Muzdalifah and arrive at Mina. On the way to Mina one should pick up seventy small stones. As soon as he reaches Mina, he should cast
seven stones at Jumrah-tul-Aqba. This act of throwing stones is called Rami. With the throwing of the first stone the requirement to
repeatedly recite Talbiyah is lifted. If the pilgrim intends to sacrifice an animal then he should do that after casting stones ad Jumrah-tul-
Aqba. After offering the sacrifices a male pilgrim should have his head shaven and female pilgrims are required to cut a small part of her
hair. Femle pilgrims are not permitted to have their heads shaven. After the hair cut one can remove the Ihram and may now wear regular
cloths.
M. Return to Mecca after sacrifice and hair cut. Perform Taawaf-e-Afaza
After the removal of Ihram the pilgrim is required to return to Mecca to perform another circuit of the Ka’ba. This particular circuit is called
Tawaaf-e-Afaza (additional circuit) and is an essential part of the pilgrimage. After this circuit a pilgrim is permitted to return to normal life
and all those lawful things that were forbidden are now allowed again.
N. Return to Mina after Tawaf-e-Afaza
After this additional circuit, the pilgrim should return to Mina and stay there for three days. During the stay at Mina on 11th, 12th and 13th
day of Dul-Hajj the pilgrim cast seven stones on each of the Jumrah in the following order: Jumrah-tul-Oola, Jamrah-tul-Wusta, and
Juramh-tul-Aqba. It is permitted not to cast stones on the third day.
O. Return to Ka’ba and Farewell
On the 12th or the 13th day of Dul-Hajj, the pilgrim returns to the Ka’ba and perform a final circuit. This circuit is called Tawaf-al-Sadr or
Tawaf-al-Wida (parting or farewell circuit). After this last circuit, the pilgrim should drink water from Zumzum, kiss the threshold of the door
of the Ka’ba, and pray to Allah for forgiveness. He should leave the Ka’ba walking backwards, looking at it the last time, and saying
farewell.
Hunting is forbidden during the pilgrimage days. If the pilgrim hunts during these days then he has to offer the sacrifice of one animal. If
he has hunted deer then a lamb should be sacrificed and of ostrich is hunted then camel should be sacrificed. If one cannot offer a
sacrifice the he should feed six poor people and if that is not possible the he should fast for three days. Allah says in the Holy Quran:
“O ye who believe! Kill not game while you are in a state of pilgrimage. And whoso amongst you kills it intentionally, its compensation is
a quadruped like unto that which he has killed, as determined by two just men from among you, the dame to be brought as an offering to
the Ka’ba; or as an expiation he shall have to feed a number of poor persons, or fast an equivalent number of days, so that he may taste
the penalty of his deed. As for the past, Allah forgives it; but whoso reverts to it, Allah will punish him for his offense. And Allah is Mighty,
Lord of retribution.
The game of the sea and the eating thereof have been made lawful for you as a provision for you and the travelers, but forbidden to you
is the game of land as long as you are in a state of pilgrimage. And fear Allah to Whom you shall be gathered.
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Allah has made the Ka’ba the inviolable House as a mean of support and uplift of mankind, as also the Sacred Month and the offerings
and the animals with collars. That is so that you may know that Allah knows what is in the heavens and what is in the earth, and that Allah
knows all things well.
Know that Allah is sever in punishment and that Allah is also Most Forgiving, Merciful.” (5:95-98)
If the pilgrim has sexual intercourse with his/her spouse before the first Tawaaf the Hajj will become invalid or unlawful. He/she should
continue to perform all the duties of the pilgrimage but he/she has to perform pilgrimage again the next year. Moreover he/she has to
sacrifice a camel at Mina to atone the violation.
8. Ahsari
If some difficulty arises after entering the state of Ihram for the Hajj or Umra (i.e., illness, resistance by enemy to prevent from reaching
Mecca) then the sacrifice of an animal should be offered and the Ihram removed. We read in the Holy Quran: “ … but if you are kept back,
then make whatever offering is easily available; and do not shave your heads until the offering reaches its destination … “ (2:197).
9. Umra
To simply circuit the Ka’ba and perform the seven circuits between Safa and Marwah is called Umra. There is no fixed time for Umra and
it can be performed at any time during the year except between the 9th and the 13th of Dul-Hajj (these days are only reserved for the full
pilgrimage or Hajj). Entering into the state of Ihram and removal of Ihram is carried out in the same manner as for the full pilgrimage.
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There is a small round-shaped building in front of the door of the Ka’ba and the Multazam. This building has a stone that was used by
Hadrat Ibrahim to stand on to complete the walls of the Ka’ba. This is called Muqam-Ibrahim (Place of Ibrahim). After completing the
seventh circuit during the pilgrimage, two Raka’t of prayer are offered. One gets more blessings if these Raka’ts are offered at the Place
of Ibrahim.
H. Zumzum
A small well is present on the left side of the Place of Ibrahim and to the east of the Ka’ba. This well appeared as a sign when the child
Ishmael rubbed his heels on the ground due to his thirst. One drinks water from this well facing the Ka’ba to get blessings.
I. Masjid-el-Haram
Around the Ka’ba is a mosque that has a rectangular shape with rounded corners. Pilgrims offer prayers in this mosque by making
circular rows and face towards the Ka’ba.
J. Al-Safa and Al-Marwa
Two small hills in Mecca were located in the north of Masjid-el-Haram. Now these hills have been flattened. Hadrat Hajirah ran seven
times between these two hills in search of food and water. Pilgrims are ordained to follow her footsteps and go to these hills seven times.
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