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MUHARRAM is the first month of the Islamic calendar. Muharram means “Forbidden.” Even before Islam, this month was always known as a scared month in which all unlawful acts were forbidden, prominently the shedding of blood. It is one of the four sanctified months about which Allah Ta’ala says: “The number of months in the sight of Allah are twelve, so ordained by Allah, the day He created the heavens and the earth; Of them four are sacred. That is
Read moreUmrah is more than just a journey—it’s a deeply spiritual experience that holds immense significance in the lives of Muslims around the world. As a pilgrimage to the Holy City of Makkah in Saudi Arabia, performing Umrah is a profound privilege and a cherished opportunity to seek forgiveness, cleanse the soul, and renew one’s faith. While not obligatory like Hajj, Umrah is a Sunnah that many aspire to fulfill at least once in their lifetime. But before you set off
Read moreZam Zam water holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims around the world. Revered for its purity and deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, the virtues of Zam Zam water go far beyond physical nourishment. This blessed water, which miraculously sprang forth under the feet of Prophet Ismail (AS), is known for its healing properties, spiritual benefits, and the powerful duas associated with it. In this article, we explore the origin, significance, and countless benefits of drinking Zam Zam
Read moreWhat to do After Hajj How fortunate are these souls who are blessed with the following words from Rasoolullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam: “Whoever performs Hajj for the Pleasure of Allah and therein utters no word of evil, nor commits any evil deed, shall return from it (free from sin) as the day on which his mother gave birth to him.” (Bukhaari, Muslim) “Verily there shall be no reward for a Mabroor Hajj except Jannah.” (Bukhaari, Muslim) It is hoped that
Read moreHow to greet someone returning from hajj When going to visit the returning Haji it is important to recite the dua for returning Haji in accordance with the Sunnah of the Messneger ﷺ making the action reqarding for us and making a heartfelt dua for the one who has returned from Hajj. Say the following words when meeting the Haji after their return from the blessed journey قَبِلَ اللهُ حَجَّكَ وَ غَفَرَ ذَنْبَكَ وَ اَخْلَفَ نَفَقَتَكَ May Allah accept your
Read more5th day: 12th Zul Hijjah Day 5 of Hajj marks the continuation of key spiritual rituals that bring the sacred pilgrimage closer to its completion for most of the Hujjaj. It is optional to remain an extra night in Mina, and those that choose this would need to do Ramee on 13th Zul Hijjah too. What happens on day 5 of Hajj Make Ramee, i.e. pelt all three Shaytaans after Zawaal. The Hajjees may now proceed to MAKKAH MU’AZZAM. Those
Read more4th day: 11th Zul HijjahAll three SHAYTAANS (Jamaraat) have to be pelted on this day and the night will be spent at MINA. RAAMEE, i.e. pelting time begins after ZAWAAL and ends before SUNSET. Seven pebbles must be thrown at each of the 3 Jamaraat today.
Read more3rd day: 10th Zul Hijjah, Yaum-un-Nahr After performing Fajr Salaah at Muzdalifah, the Hajjees proceed to Mina before sunrise. What happens on day 3 of Hajj On this day four important rites have to be performed. 1. RAMEE of Jamaratul Aqabah (stoning the big Shaytaan). 2. ZABH (to sacrifice an animal). 3. HALQ or Qasr (shaving or trimming the hair of the head). 4. To perform TAWAAFUZ ZIYAARAH.
Read moreThe Sanctity and Safety of Makkah & the Haram The Ka’bah and Its Construction Tawaf and Its Virtues The Virtue of the Hajr-e-Aswad Virtues of Salah in the Haram Reward and Multiplication of Deeds in the Haram Rituals of Hajj & Sacred Sites Prepared by AL-Islaah Publications, I have reordered the article and placed under various headings to make it easier to read. Virtues of Makkah pt1
Read more2nd day: 9th Zul Hijjah, Yaum-ul-Arafah What happens on the second day of Hajj After sunrise the Hajjees proceed to ARAFAAT and make WUQOOF after ZAWAAL. Zohar and Asr Salaah will be performed here. Here they remain engaged in Du’aa, Zikr, Tilaawat, etc. until sunset. Immediately after sunset they proceed to Muzdalifah. What happend in Muzdalifah? Here they will perform Maghrib and Esha at the time of Esha. The night will be spent at Muzdalifah.
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