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Before Hall Time
Types of Hajj
Before Traveling
Reach Migat
Start Thram
Go to Makkah
Make Tawaf
Make Sa'ee
End Thram
Start Thram
Stay in Mina
K
Attend 'Arafat
Stay in Muzdalifah
Jamrat al- Aqabah
L
M
N
Slaughter a Sacrifice
Cut Your Hair
Make Tawaf
Make Sa'ee
R
Stay in Mina
S
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
Throw Pebbles
Make Tawaf
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Contents
Distances Between Ritual Places
4
The Fruit of Hajj
5
The First Sanctuary Appointed for Mankind
6
Introduction
8
How to Use the Book
9
Hajj Rituals (Tamattu')
10
Practical Tips
12
The Importance of Hajj
14
Valuable Pieces of Advice
16
Daytime Temperatures and Humidity
18
Makkah and Madinah
19
Things to Remember
20
Hajj Step by Step (Tamattu')
21
A
Before Hajj
22
B
The Types of Hajj
24
C
Before Traveling
26
D
Reaching the Miqat
28
E
Starting Ihram
‘Umrah
30
F
Going to Makkah
'Umrah
32
G
Making Tawaf (Coming)
'Umrah
34
H
Making Sa'ee
'Umrah
36
I
Ending The State of Ihram
'Umrah
38
J
Starting Ihram of Hajj
40
K
Staying in Mina
42
L
Attending 'Arafah
44
M
Staying the Night in Muzdalifah
46
N
Throwing Pebbles at Jamrat al-'Aqabah
48
0
Slaughtering a Sacrifice
50
P
Cutting Hair
52
Q
Making Tawaf (Ifadah)
54
R
Making Sa'ee
56
S
Staying in Mina
58
T
Throwing Pebbles at the 3 Jamarat
60
U
Staying in Mina
62
V
Throwing Pebbles at the 3 Jamarat
64
W
Staying in Mina
66
X
Throwing Pebbles at the 3 Jamarat
68
Y
Making Tawaf (Farewell)
70
Z
Back Home
72
Visiting Madinah
A
Visiting The Prophet's Mosque (pbuh)
76
Z
Visiting Quba' Mosque
78
Supplications
80
Glossary
83
References
86
Important Telephone Numbers
87
Hajj Rituals Day by Day
88
Personal Data
90
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Before Hall Time
Types of tlaii
Before Traveling
Reach Migat
Start Jhram
Go to Makkah
Make Tawaf
Make Sa'ec
End Jhram
Stay in Mina
Attend Arafat
Stay in Muzdalifah
Jamrat al- Agabah
Slaughter a Sacrifice
Cut Your Hair
Make Tawaf
Make Sa've
Stay in Mina
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
Throw Pebbles
Make Tawaf
Back Home

Distances Between Ritual Places
N
MAKKAH
+ (4-5 km)
MINA
(Site of the 3 Jamarat)
(6-7 km)
MUZDALIFAH
(8-9 km)
'ARAFAT
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The Fruit of Hajj
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" الحجُ المبرورُ
ليس له جزاءً إلا
الجنَّة ."
أخرجه البخاري ومسلم
"Sound Haj
has no reward
except Paradise"
Collected by Bukhari & Muslim
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The First Sanctuary 7
"Verily the first sanctuary appointed for mankind
was that at Bakkah, a blessed place, a guidance to the people."
The Qur'an 3: 96
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pointed for Mankind ...
إِنَّ أَوَّلَ بَيْتٍ وُضِعَ لِلنَّاسِ لَلَّذِى بِبَكَّةَ مُبَارَكًا وَهُدِّى لِلْعَلَمِينَ
آل عمران : ٩٦
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Introduction
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Gracious.
All praise to Almighty Allah,
Who guided me to bring this project to completion.
In addition to extensive observations of pilgrims during seasons of Hajj, a pilot study was con-
ducted. It shows that more than two-thirds of those who performed Hajj rituals for the first time
could not perform them correctly. The representative sample showed that among the main
reasons for making errors are the lack of correct knowledge, lack of well-designed books, and
unfamiliarity with places and ritual terms.
Thus, the once-in-a-lifetime worship is highly vulnerable. That is, the majority of pilgrims
cannot get it correctly the first time. This vital reason was adequate to motivate me to develop
a book that is designed mainly to help them perform this important obligation in a step-by-step
approach. That is why it is titled "Hajj & 'Umrah from A to Z."
As an instructional designer, I had to study the problem carefully and make a needs assess-
ment in order to come up with a form that may better help Muslims get their rituals correctly.
I had to go through an enormous number of books about Hajj and study them carefully.
The result is an illustrated manual-like book that includes charts, diagrams and photographs that
will systematically guide any Muslim to achieve the Hajj without, God willing, making any error.
Another purpose of this book is to alleviate the tension, anxiety, and fear of some pilgrims who
have preconceived ideas about the difficulties that will face them in performing Hajj. This book is
intended to make all steps easy and smooth, and to handle most of the errors before they occur,
thus alleviating this anxiety by warning the pilgrims of what may happen long before it does. All
a pilgrim needs is to read carefully and follow the steps very accurately and, by the grace of Allah,
he/she will perform a smooth, correct Hajj.
The methodology I followed in this book is to trace the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace
be upon him) as illustrated by the famous Hadith collected by Imam Muslim and others of
"The Farewell Hajj of the Prophet" (pbuh). By doing that I have kept this book far from the
differences between the various schools of thought known as Madhahib.
I would also like to remind the reader that the book is designed to illustrate the Hajj Tamattu',
as it includes all the steps required in the other two types of Hajj - Qiran and Ifrad. I have also
made a chart that illustrates the similarities and differences between the three types of Hajj and
have titled it "quick reference."
The intended readers of this book include all English-speaking Muslims who are ready to
perform Hajj regardless of age, education or gender. Thus the book is designed like a manual to
help brothers and sisters make the prescribed rituals correctly.
Finally, I would like to thank all those who supported me in writing, editing, and revising this
book, particularly those who kindly and patiently reviewed the Islamic contents many times and
those who provided me with pictures.
May Allah guide us all to the right path.
The Author
Mamdouh N. Mohamed
1996
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How to use the Book
This booklet is designed primarily as a manual, a concept that may not be totally new to most
people in our Islamic world. Briefly, it presents the material or the contents in a very consequential
way to guarantee the fewest possible faults and errors.
Fortunately, when a person knows how to use this book/manual correctly and effectively, the
outcome will be absolutely positive, if Allah is willing.
FIRST,
look carefully at the cover design to get acquainted with the steps and their sequences.
Read through the book to get an overall, comprehensive idea of its contents. Whenever
you find some new terms that you are not familiar with, consult the glossary at the end
of the book.
SECOND,
go to the quick-reference on the back cover where you will be able to see the similarities
and differences among the three types of Hajj. Each type has a different color. Read this
page carefully before you decide which one you will select.
THIRD,
once you have made your selection, try to mark which steps are not applicable in
Hajj Tamattu', the main focus of this book. This will help you skip the steps when the
situation arises.
FOURTH,
follow each step accurately. Plan ahead by reading a couple of steps ahead of time.
This is significant because when you start performing the rituals you will not have time
to read thoroughly.
FIFTH,
always pay attention to the sequence of steps and the comments relating to them.
SIXTH,
the title "REMEMBER" on each page is to remind you of the important things that many
people often forget while they are performing the rituals. So pay close attention to them
and try to abide by them, as they are very important.
SEVENTH,
the "NEXT STEP" subtitle is of vital importance, as it prepares you ahead of time for what
you need before you actually start the following step.
EIGHTH,
the title "WARNING" is of vital significance, as it warns the pilgrims against:
(a) some of the more common errors.
(b) acts that nullify the Hajj.
(c) acts that require a sacrifice or compensation.
Be assured that the book is very easy to follow and that it will guide you to perform
your Hajj correctly if you abide by it.
REMEMBER:
Whenever in doubt, ask scholars before you act.
This will save you A LOT of difficulties.
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Haj Ritua
Umrah
Before Hajj Time
Types of Hajj
Before Traveling
Reach Migat
Start Thram
Go to Makkah
Make Tawaf
Make Sa'ee
End Thram
Start Thram
Stay in Mina
K
Attend 'Arafat
Stay in Muzdalifah
M
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(Tamattu')
Back Home
Make Tawaf
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
T
Throw Pebbles
Stay in Mina
R
Make Sa'ee
Make Tawaf
P
Cut Your Hair
Slaughter a Sacrifice
N
Jamarat al- Aqabah
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Practical Tips
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MONEY:
Do not worry about exchanging money. You can do that very
easily anywhere in Saudi Arabia.
SMALL GROUPS:
Close observation shows that people who move in large groups
are subject to having either one or some of them lost, and/or
missing some rituals or performing them late that may require
them to compensate for that either by slaughtering an animal
or by fasting or something else.
GOOD COMPANY:
Be sure to choose good company during your whole journey,
because this helps you avoid arguments and helps you perform
your Hajj correctly.
TO AVOID GETTING LOST:
It is recommended to arrange in advance with your group
exactly where and when to meet and what to do in cases of
being late, and what to do if someone is lost. To help you, follow
these procedures:
a. Arrange to meet at a very clear place where there is a clear,
colored sign or landmark.
b. Allow a specific range of time for those who come late for
any reason, provided that this time does not affect the ritual
to follow.
c. Be sure that everybody in your group is clearly notified.
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Practical Tips
FOOD:
Do not carry food from your homeland; almost everything is
available there. Also, remember that your food may be taken
from you at the airports.
To develop good eating habits, observe the following
a. Always avoid eating big meals, (a) because this is not healthy,
and (b) this is not helpful for performing rituals.
b. The best foods to eat are fruits, and the best drinks are water
and juice. They are everywhere and inexpensive.
c. Always put the remains of food in a plastic bag, and be sure
to put it in a trash container.
MEDICATION:
Carry only indispensable medication that is essential for your
health. Other common medicines can be obtained from any
drugstore. You can get free first aid care in all ritual areas.
PROTECTION:
Beware of the high temperatures in all ritual areas. Avoid being
exposed to the sun for long periods of time. Always use umbrellas
and drink a lot of liquids.
SERVICES FOR HANDICAPPED:
For the weak, the sick, the handicapped, and elderly people, there
are special services provided. Wheel chairs and on-shoulder-litters
can be rented for those who need them. Ask the authorities for
these services inside Al-Masjid Al-Haraam. Sometimes you may find
them free, but usually they are not very expensive. Take advantage
of these services if you need them.
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The Importance of Hajj
Haj
is the 5th pillar of Islam.
It is a once-in-a-lifetime
obligation upon male and female
sane adults who are eligible
(whose health and means permit it).
In the words of the Qur'an
"Pilgrimage to the House
is a duty unto Allah for mankind,
or him/her who can find
a way to perform it."
The Qur'an 3: 97.
In carrying out this obligation,
Muslims fulfill Allah's call to Abraham:
"And proclaim the pilgrimage
among humankind.
They come to you on foot
and on every animal
made lean by traveling
deep, distant ravines.
The Qur'an 22: 27-28.
O
O
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The Importance of Hajj
وَلِلَّهِ عَلَى النَّاسِ حِجُ الْبَيْتِ مَنِ اسْتَطَاعَ إِلَيْهِ سَبِيلًا
آل عمران : ٩٧
وَأَذِّنْ فِ النَّاسِ بِالْحَجِ يَأْتُوكَ رِجَالًا وَعَلَى كُلِّ ضَامِبَأْنِينَ مِنْ كُلِّ فَجْ عَمِيقٍ(
الحج : ٢٧-٢٨
EEE
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Valuable Pieces of Advice
"Pilgrimage is due on well-known months. So, whoever decides
to make the pilgrimage, (let him/her remember that) there should
be no obscenity or wickedness or angry argument on the pilgrimage."
The Qur'an 2: 197
O
Consciousness
of Allah
Correct
Aqidah
Repentance
Pure
Intention
Valuable
Pieces
of
Advice
Cleanliness
Correctness
of Rituals
Mercy
Patience
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Valuable Pieces of Advice
﴿ اَلْحَجُّ أَشْهُرٌ مَّعْلُومَتٌ فَمَن فَرَضَ فِيهِنَ الْحَجَّ فَلَا رَفَتَ
﴿ وَلَا فُسُوقَ وَلَاحِدَالَ فِى الْحَجِّ
البقرة : ١٩٧
Consciousness
of Allah
The best thing to please Allah is to watch constantly
for Him and be conscious and fearful of Him in all
your actions and speech.
Correct 'Aqidah
Every Muslim should understand that if his/her belief,
or 'Agidah is not sound, the Hajj or any other 'Ibadah
(worship) is not accepted. So always try to correct
your belief by asking scholars who will provide you
with proofs from the Qur'an and Sunnah.
Pure Intention
Almighty Allah does not accept what is not directed to
Him alone. Therefore, you should always be sincere
and have pure intention for Hajj.
Correctness
of Rituals
Any ritual is not accepted unless it is made correctly,
exactly as Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) did it.
"Whoever adds something new to our religion,
it is rejected."
Patience
The difficulty of rituals requires every pilgrim to be
patient and forgiving of others.
Repentance
Do your best to make Hajj a repentance for all your
sins. This repentance requires you not to commit any
of these sins again.
Mercy
Do your best to help Muslims, avoid pushing or hurt-
ing them in any of the Hajj rituals, especially in Tawaf,
Sa'ee, and pebble throwing, which are crowded.
Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a true sign of faith. Therefore, you
should always keep your heart, body, food, drink,
and everything clean. Also ask others to keep ritual
and worship places as clean as possible.
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