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A Saudi volunteer assisting an elderly pilgrim in the courtyard of Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah during Hajj

Important Notes & Key Guidelines for Hajj

Important Notes & Key Guidelines for Hajj 1. Moral Conduct and Acceptance of Pilgrimage Some pilgrims display poor conduct and lack proper understanding of Islamic teachings, leading them to commit prohibited acts or perform rituals incorrectly without attempting to reform. Such behavior threatens the completeness and acceptance of their Hajj/Umrah. And there is no power […]

Muslim pilgrims making supplications and reading authentic duas on the Day of Arafah during Hajj

Supplications & Remembrances (Adhkar & Duas)

Authentic Duas & Adhkar for Hajj & Arafah: Prophet’s Sunnah 1. The Excellence of Supplication on the Day of Arafah The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “The best supplication is the supplication of the Day of Arafah, and the best words that I and the Prophets before me have said are: لاَ إِلٰهَ إِلاَّ اللّٰهُ وَحْدَهُ […]

Muslim pilgrims performing rituals around the Kaaba in Makkah learning proper Hajj and Umrah practices

Common Mistakes & Misconceptions in Hajj

Many pilgrims unintentionally make mistakes while performing the rituals of Hajj and Umrah. To ensure our worship is accepted, these errors must be avoided. The most perfect guidance is that of our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who instructed: “Take your rituals from me.” Below is a concise guide to the common mistakes pilgrims should avoid: Errors […]

Muslim pilgrims pelting the Jamarat pillars in Mina on the 13th Day of Dhul-Hijja before performing Tawaf al-Wada

13th Day of Dhul-Hijja – Third Day of Tashreeq & Conclusion of Hajj

Location: Mina & Makkah Timeframe: From afternoon through Fajr of the following day Step 1: Pelting the Three Jamarat For pilgrims who stayed in Mina, perform the pelting ritual at all three Jamarat pillars (Small, Middle, and Large) after midday (Zawal), in the exact same sequence and manner as the previous days. Step 2: Departure […]

Muslim pilgrims pelting the Jamarat pillars in Mina on the 12th Day of Dhul-Hijja

12th Day of Dhul-Hijja (Second Day of Tashreeq): Step-by-Step Hajj Guide

Location: Mina Timeframe: From the afternoon through Fajr of the following day Step 1: Engage in Remembrance and Virtuous Deeds Make the most of your time while staying in Mina by continuously remembering Allah and engaging in righteous actions. Step 2: Pelting the Jamarat After Midday After midday (Zawal), throw seven pebbles at each of […]

Muslim pilgrims pelting the Jamarat pillars during the 11th Day of Dhul-Hijja in Mina

11th Dhul-Hijja (Day of Tashreeq): Step-by-Step Hajj Guide

Location: Mina Timeframe: From the afternoon through Fajr of the following day Step 1: Performing Congregational Prayers Pilgrims should regularly offer the five daily obligatory prayers in congregation while staying in Mina. Step 2: Reciting Takbeer During the Days of Tashreeq (11th, 12th, and 13th of Dhul-Hijja), recite Takbeer (“ALLAHU AKBAR”) frequently after every prescribed […]

Muslim pilgrims shaving their heads in Mina after completing rituals on the 10th Day of Dhul-Hijja

10th Dhul-Hijja (Day of Sacrifice): Step-by-Step Hajj Guide

Location: Muzdalifah, Mina, Makkah Timeframe: From the afternoon through Fajr of the following day Step 1: Pelting the Jamarat & Offering Sacrifice Throw seven pebbles one after another at Jamarat Al-Aqaba, saying Takbeer (“ALLAHU AKBAR”) with each throw. Next, slaughter the sacrificial animal (Hadi)—this act is obligatory only for those performing Tamattu and Qiran Hajj. […]

9th Dhul-Hijja (Day of Arafah): Step-by-Step Hajj Rituals Guide

9th Dhul-Hijja (Day of Arafah): Step-by-Step Hajj Rituals Guide

Location: Arafah Timeframe: From afternoon until after sunset Step 1: Departure to Arafah After sunrise on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims head out from Mina towards Arafah while continuously reciting the Talbiyah and declaring Takbeer (“ALLAHU AKBAR”) (ALLAH is the Greatest). Step 2: Avoid Fasting Fasting on the Day of Arafah is discouraged (Makruh) for […]