Pilgrimage

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What are the rituals that should be performed by pilgrims on the day of sacrifice (Yawm An-Nahr)? Jazakum Allah khayran.

I am going to perform `Umrah with my husband in sha' Allah. I do not wear hijab. Of course I will wear it during the `Umrah, in sha' Allah. Yet I do not know if I will still wear it when I am back in Europe or not. What is the Islamic view on this?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. I am wondering if there is a specific size for the pebbles that should be used to throw during Hajj?

What are the acts that a pilgrim is encouraged to do while performing Tawaf? J

I want to know when was Hajj made obligatory.

Can I pay for a relative to go for Hajj with a credit card?

Is Tawaf Al-Ifadah one of the necessary rituals of Hajj?

Is it permissible for me to perform Hajj on behalf of my brother who is now held captive? Also should I ask his permission before going for Hajj on his behalf?

Why should pilgrims keep the Ka`bah on their left while performing Tawaf?

Is it possible for a sister to give her brother the Hajj as a gift and they travel together?

I did not perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah because I thought that the first Tawaf was sufficient. What should I do?

I trade in shares of stock, and alhamdulillah I have earned a lot of money. Now I wish to perform Hajj by using that money. I want to know if this is permissible or not, as some people told me it is haram to perform Hajj with the gains of stocks and trade.

Is it Islamically allowed for a Muslim family, during `Eid Al-Adha to donate the money allocated for buying a sacrificial animal or one should buy the animal and offer the donation if possible?

What should a person do before going to Hajj in terms of returning the rights of others?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I intend to perform `Umrah soon, in sha' Allah, and I want to know the ruling of pointing to the southwest corner of the Ka`bah (the Yemeni corner) during Tawaf. Also, how many times should one say takbir (“Allahu Akbar”) when passing by it? Jazakum Allah khayran!

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Would you please explain the origin of sa`i between Safa and Marwah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. What should I do if I cannot perform the two rak`ahs of Prayer behind Maqam Ibrahim in Hajj or `Umrah? Should I wait till the crowd of pilgrims decreases and then perform them at any spot in the mosque? Also, can I perform this Prayer outside the mosque? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As we know now that most people have returned back home after completing the rituals of Hajj, may Allah Almighty accept it from all. My question is: What next is required of a person blessed with Hajj and `Umrah upon returning home?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. What is the Islamic ruling on covering the head during Hajj and `Umrah? What about using an umbrella or a piece of cloth? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. If a person throws the pebbles on behalf of another person without being appointed to do so, is this act valid? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What are the conditions of Tawaf? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum. What is the significance of doing ‘tawaf’ around the Ka`bah 7 times?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. My questions are about my debt and performing Hajj. (1) Currently I have a student loan and car payments that are being regularly deducted from my bank account at the beginning of the month, so under this situation can I perform Hajj even though I owe these debts. (2) Also I had some balance on my credit cards while I was in the USA; right now I am in Canada and am not paying it back, but in sha’ Allah whenever I have the money I will pay it back. (The credit card companies don't know I am here.) So under this situation, is it permissible for me to perform Hajj? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Could you please explain the meaning of ihram for Hajj and when it becomes due. Should a person enter ihram at a particular place or when he starts his journey?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Can a man with a skin disease in his right shoulder wear the attire of Ihram without leaving his right shoulder bare? Jazakum Allah khayran!

May Allah bless you for the great effort in His cause! I believe I have met the necessary conditions to perform Hajj. However, one of my health conditions is making me worry. I hope, in sha’ Allah, you will advise me. I am suffering from a hemorrhoidal condition that requires me to sit down in a place for at least 15 to 30 minutes after relieving myself. I wonder what kind of difficulty I will face due to this condition? Once I sit and let the pile shrink, I am completely normal. My worry is that one cannot remove the ihram clothes until all the 10 days of Hajj are over. Is my understanding correct? I want to be able to change to different clothes right after my bowel movement and once I feel better I can switch to ihram. Please help me, as I believe I have met the requirements for Hajj.

If a sick person recovers after someone has performed Hajj on his behalf, will he be considered as having performed his obligatory Hajj?

Could you please explain the excellence of the Day of `Arafah?

During Hajj, I forgot that wearing perfume is prohibited while one is in a state of Ihram and I put some on. What must I do to expiate?

Dear Sheikh, We all know that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) preferred tamattu` Hajj, but I understand that he himself performed the qiran Hajj. Isn’t there some sort of discrepancy here?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. During the period of throwing the pebbles in this season of Hajj, it rained heavily in Mina and Makkah. Some pilgrims hastened to stone the Jamarat in two days, and some others could not stone on some days. Is it permissible in Islam to quicken or delay stoning? I would like also to know if it is obligatory to spend the night of the days of stoning in Mina, though this may be difficult for some pilgrims. I would like you to give me the Shari`ah point of view on these issues as soon as possible.

As-Salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible to give zakah to a poor person so that he can perform the obligation of Hajj?

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. I have not been the best person lately and I feel a lot of shame for the sins I have committed. I was wondering if by going to Hajj with the deep desire and intention to repent, I will be forgiven by Allah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What are the conditions of Sa`i between Safa and Marwah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

While performing Hajj some people hold books which contain some supplications. Is a pilgrim obliged to recite certain supplications while performing Tawaf around the Ka`bah?

Is it lawful for one to interrupt Tawaf for a short time and then resumes it? For example, can one perform five rounds, rest for a while, and then make the remaining rounds? Or must one make all the rounds of Tawaf in sequence?

I am planning to perform `Umrah with my husband in the coming Ramadan, insha’ Allah, but I fear that I will get my menstrual period when performing `Umrah. What should I do if it happens?

What are the conditions for performing Hajj on behalf of others?

Is spending the ninth of Dhul-Hijjah at `Arafah an essential part of Hajj?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. “Labbayka Allahumma labbayk, labbayka la sharika laka labbayk. Inna al-hamd wal-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 and blessings are Yours, and all sovereignty, You have no partner).” This is the Talbiyah recited by the pilgrim doing Hajj and `Umrah. What is its meaning and what is the benefit of it? Jazakum Allah khayran.

A man traveled from his country to Jeddah, intending to perform Hajj and `Umrah, but he did not enter ihram from the miqat, instead he entered ihram in the airport at Jeddah. What is the ruling?

. While performing `Umrah or Hajj, can we use sunblock or sunscreen lotion on our face and body in order to prevent sunburn?

Dear Sheikh! If a minor attains puberty during Hajj, is the Hajj counted as the obligatory Hajj?

Hijab is an aspect of chastity and modesty of a Muslimah. It is a duty that Allah Almighty prescribes for the favour of the Muslim woman, and she has to comply with the command of Allah, thus showing her sincere faith in Allah and fear of His punishment. Allah Almighty says “And it becometh not

Salam, I have a few questions, 1)I would like to know whether a woman on her menses can perform umrah? 2) If a woman cannot perform the umrah whilst on her menses, can she stay with her relatives/other people whilst they are doing the umrah? 3) If a woman has her menses in her home country (before setting out on hajj) can a woman still do all the rites of hajj, or does her menses have to start during hajj in order to qualify to perfom all the hajj rites? 3) If a woman's menses finishes before leaving hajj, I have heard that she has to do the tawaaf ul ifadah at the end of her menses.  But what if she does not get time as during the days left the rest of the hajj rites are being done. Can she then do the tawaf whilst on her menses as then she may not get enough time? 4) Following on from my last question is she allowed to do her tawaaf ul ifadah (which was left due to her menses) whilst the other rites of hajj are being done, or does she have to do it at the end of all the hajj rites? Jazakallah khair, I am very confused please help me out.

Scholar of Islam, As-Salamu `alaykum. I suffer from a contagious skin disease, and I intend to make Hajj next year, in sha’ Allah, although I may infect other pilgrims. What should I do?

As-salamu `alaykum. Does Hajj performed in fulfillment of a vow suffice for the obligatory Hajj?

What are the months of Hajj? Is it permitted to wear the ihram before these months begin?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. While performing Hajj some people hold books which contain some supplications. Is a pilgrim obliged to recite certain supplications while performing Tawaf around the Ka`bah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear sheikh, As-Salamu `alaykum. I perform Hajj every year. I do not spend the night at Muzdalifah, but rather I stay at it for about three hours. Do I have to pay expiation or not?

What is the Islamic ruling on covering the head during Hajj and `Umrah? What about using an umbrella or a piece of cloth?

Are there any specific du`aa’ (supplications) to be made while performing Sa`i between Safa and Marwah?

Does Hajj performed in fulfillment of a vow suffice for the obligatory Hajj?

how one shuold enter the masjid nabavi and how one should spend time there. it is said that if one offers prayers at riadh ul jannah it is maqbool specially with satoon e aisha. please guide me in this regards.

Aswkm, please enlighten me with hadees as some says that   there is reward to seventy times for performing umrah in the month of Ramdhan

Dear sheikh, as-salamu `alaykum wa rahamatullah wa barakatuh. In these blessed days, pilgrims travel to the sacred sites in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj. Please, enlighten me as to the ethics and significance of this Islamic rite. Jazakum Allah Khayran.

When a Muslim voluntarily fasts on a day with more than one intention for fasting on that day, he gets a reward for each intention he has made. This is based on the hadith in which the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "The (reward of) deeds depend on intentions." Based on this, I would like to know if a Muslim is allowed also to perform Hajj with two intentions. I mean, can he, for example, perform Hajj once, intending it on behalf of himself and also on behalf of a parent and thus gets the reward of the two intentions?

When should pilgrims return from `Arafah?

Can I use my cell phone while performing Tawaf?

Which is more important, going for Hajj or spending the money I have saved for Hajj on jihad?

Is it permissible for pilgrims to pray Maghrib and `Isha’ Prayers separately, each at its usual time, at Muzdalifah or should they combine them at the time of Maghrib Prayer?

Can you tell me about Prophet Muhammad’s Hajj and his everlasting message?

Can Hajj be delayed to a more convenient time, or does it have to be performed immediately when a Muslim is able to?

During Hajj I missed throwing the pebbles intentionally. Is my Hajj valid?

What is a pilgrim permitted to do while in a state of ihram?

Is it necessary to spend the night at Mina?

What is the best time to throw pebbles on the Day of Sacrifice?

I was asked by a friend from Ireland about the origin and the history of the Black Stone in Makkah, and the status of this stone and its meaning to all Muslims. Thank you for your help.

As-salamu `alaykum wa rahmatu Allah wa baraktuh. Could you please clarify the Islamic stance on violence and aggression? Also, please shed light on the relation between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Is it permissible to give zakah to a poor person so that he can perform the obligation of Hajj?

Is it necessary for a pilgrim to perform Sa`i between Safa and Al-Marwah without stopping?

I have a question regarding Hajj. One of my friends told me that she read in an authentic book that the cost of a woman's Hajj is not compulsory on her husband. Is this true? Meaning, does a woman have to do her Hajj with her own money not her husband's?

Can a Muslim woman perform Hajj without seeking the permission of her husband?

A poor person who has no means intends to go for Hajj by collecting funds from other people. Is this practice acceptable in Islam?

According to Islamic traditions, a Muslim becomes sinless after performing the Hajj. Is it okay, then, to pray for one's death right after performing Hajj, since it would be a good time to die?

Dear Sheikhs! Speaking Islamically, what is better, going for Hajj more than once or sincerely helping the needy out of the same resources?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it Sunnah to say du`aa’ after throwing the pebbles?

There are a lot lessons that Muslims can learn from Hajj. Would you please shed some light on this point?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. During Hajj I missed throwing the pebbles intentionally. Is my Hajj valid?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What are the acts that a pilgrim is encouraged to do while performing Tawaf? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Some pilgrims pay money to some charitable institutions who slaughter the hadi (sacrificial animals) and distribute it all over the world. What is the ruling on this action?

What should a woman do if she gets her period while performing Hajj?

I performed all the rituals of Hajj, but I forgot to utter takbir (say Allahu Akbar) and make the du`aa’ (supplication) while throwing the pebbles. Is my Hajj valid?

If it so happened that a pilgrim died on the Day of 'Arafah, should the Muslims wash his body and offer a funeral prayer for him or not?

Respected sheikh, are there any bad consequences on Hajj if a pilgrim has sexual intercourse with his wife? Please, explain in details.

As-Salamu `alaykum. I want to go for Hajj, but my hair is very short. Can passing scissors over my short hair (without cutting) substitute for shaving my head? If somebody does not cut the hair short or shave, what must he do?

As-salamu `alaykum. When should pilgrims return from `Arafah?

I want to know whether it is obligatory on all Muslims to sacrifice an animal on `Eid Al-Adha, or is it obligatory only upon the pilgrims and a Sunnah for the rest of the Ummah?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. If a pilgrim does one of the forbidden things while in ihram due to forgetfulness or because he is unaware that it is haram (forbidden), what should he do?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What is a pilgrim permitted to do while in a state of ihram?

What are the conditions of Sa`i between Safa and Marwah?

What are the conditions for performing Hajj?

What does Islam say about a person who had the opportunity to make Hajj, but he/she did not take the opportunity. Would the person be punished for the delay?

What are the mistakes that you advise pilgrims to avoid on the way to and in Muzdalifah?

What is the concept of `Umrah? How did it start, and what is its purpose?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What is the number of pebbles that should be thrown during Hajj?

Some people think that if a person does one of the actions that are forbidden while in ihram, that he or she has to offer a sacrifice, or fast for three days, or feed six poor persons, and that the person can choose whichever of these three he or she wants. Is this correct?

If a child performs Hajj, will his Hajj be accepted? Can the guardian of the child perform some rituals on behalf of the child?

Is it permissible to do a voluntary Sa`i rather than the Sa`i performed during Hajj and `Umrah?

When performing Hajj is it permissible to perform Tawaf while riding?