There are three types or methods of performing Hajj. The type you choose will depend on, whether you live in Makkah (Ifrad); you wish to perform Umrah and then Hajj (Tamattu); or you wish to...
Umrah according to Qur'an and Sunnah Any form of worship (Ibadah) in Islam must be performed according to the Qur'an and Sunnah for it to be acceptable to Allah. One's true intention (niyah) must...
Background to Makkah "Verily, the first House (of worship) appointed for mankind was that at Bakkah (Makkah), full of blessing, and a guidance for Al-Alamin (the mankind and the jinn). In it are...
There is no sa'ee after a nafl tawaaf or after Tawaaf-al-Wadaa. The sa'ee comprises seven laps. The distance between Safaa and Marwah is about 450 meters (492 yards). Starting at Safaa one...
All pilgrims stay in tents in Mina. Mina now has permanent fire-proof tents with air-conditioning and electricity. They are quite comfortable compared to the previous tents. For most the bed is...
General guidelines Tawaaf is the best Ibadah to perform other than the fardh salah in the Haram. Tawaaf is superior to nafl salah in the Haram and there is no fixed time for tawaaf. If you plan...
Please remember that you have come for Hajj and that you should try and gain as much reward as possible. Spend your time in the mosque and try to minimise the time spent shopping. If you are one...
Hajj according to Quran and Sunnah. Any form of worship (Ibadah) in Islam must be performed according to the Quran and sunnah for it to be acceptable to Allah. One's true intention (niyah) must...