How To Perform Umrah:
Preparation and Intention (Niyyah)
- Spiritual Preparation: Engage in sincere repentance and seek forgiveness from Allah. Make sure your intentions are pure.
- Physical Preparation: Ensure you are in a state of physical cleanliness. Perform Ghusl (full-body purification) and trim your nails and hair.
2. Entering the State of Ihram
- Ihram Clothing: For men, wear two white unstitched cloths; one wrapped around the waist (Izar) and the other draped over the shoulders (Rida). Women should wear modest and loose-fitting clothing that covers the body.
- Intention (Niyyah): Make the intention to perform Umrah and recite the Talbiyah
"Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik, Labbaik La Sharika Laka Labbaik, Innal-Hamda Wan-Ni’mata Laka Wal-Mulk, La Sharika Lak."
(Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Verily all praise, grace, and sovereignty belong to You. You have no partner.)
Proceed to Mecca
- Travel: Make your way to Mecca while maintaining the state of Ihram. Continue reciting the Talbiyah during your journey.
4. Performing Tawaf
- Arrival at Masjid al-Haram: Upon entering the mosque, say a prayer and proceed to the Kaaba.
- Tawaf: Walk around the Kaaba seven times in a counter-clockwise direction, starting from the Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad). Each complete circle is one round.
- Supplications: You can recite any supplications or prayers during Tawaf. It is common to say, “Bismillah, Allahu Akbar” (In the name of Allah, Allah is the Greatest) as you pass the Black Stone.
- Completion: After completing seven rounds, proceed to the Maqam Ibrahim (Station of Abraham), if possible, and offer two units of prayer (Rakat).
5. Performing Sa’i
- Proceed to Safa: Walk to the hill of Safa and make the intention for Sa’i.
- Sa’i: Walk seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah. Start at Safa and end at Marwah. One trip from Safa to Marwah is one count, and the return trip counts as another.
- Supplications: Recite prayers and supplications during Sa’i. It is recommended to say, “Rabbighfir warham innaka anta al-A’azzul Akram” (O Lord, forgive and have mercy, verily You are the Most Mighty, the Most Honorable).
6. Shaving or Cutting Hair (Halq or Taqsir)
- For Men: Shave your head (Halq) or cut a portion of your hair (Taqsir). Shaving is preferred.
- For Women: Cut a small portion of your hair, about the length of a fingertip.
7. Completion of Umrah
- Exit Ihram: Once you have completed the shaving or cutting of hair, you can exit the state of Ihram. Change back into regular clothes.
Additional Tips: How To Perform Umrah
- Maintain Cleanliness: Stay in a state of cleanliness throughout the pilgrimage.
- Be Patient: The pilgrimage can be physically demanding and crowded, so practice patience and remain calm.
- Seek Guidance: If you are unsure about any step, seek guidance from knowledgeable individuals or officials present at the holy sites.
This guide outlines the essential steps of Umrah, helping you perform the pilgrimage with devotion and sincerity.
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