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Umrah guide
simple rites, deep meaning.

Umrah is a blessed journey to the House of Allah that can be performed outside the fixed days of Hajj.

The meaning of Umrah

Umrah is shorter than Hajj, but its meaning is immense. The pilgrim enters ihram, travels to the Haram, performs tawaf, walks between Safa and Marwah, and then exits ihram by shaving or trimming the hair.

"Umrah is an expiation for the sins committed between it and the previous Umrah." Sahih al-Bukhari 1773

Intention and ihram

At the miqat, make intention for Umrah in the heart and enter ihram. Recite the talbiyah often, avoid the restrictions of ihram, and keep the tongue busy with dhikr and du'a.

How to perform Umrah

1 · IhramMake intention before crossing the miqat and begin the talbiyah.
2 · TawafPerform seven circuits around the Kaaba, beginning from the area of the Black Stone.
3 · Prayer and du'aPray where possible without blocking others, drink Zamzam and make sincere du'a.
4 · Sa'iWalk seven lengths between Safa and Marwah, remembering the trust of Hajar عليها السلام.
5 · Halq or taqsirMen shave or trim; women trim a small amount. This completes Umrah and ends ihram.

History and heritage

Umrah connects the pilgrim to the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام and the mercy shown to Hajar عليها السلام. It also reminds us of the Prophet ﷺ, who taught the rites and made pilgrimage a path of humility and obedience.

Practical guidance

Choose quieter times where possible, wear comfortable footwear outside the Haram, keep your hotel card and group contact with you, and avoid overloading the first day. A rested pilgrim worships with better focus.