The Day of Arafa is the 9th day of the Lunar Month: Thul-Hijja. The Day of Arafat falls on the 2nd day of pilgrimage rituals. At dawn of this day, nearly 2 million Muslim pilgrims will make their way from Mecca to a nearby hillside and plain called Mount Arafat and the Plain of Arafat. It was … Continue reading The Day of Arafa (يوم عرفة)
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Performing Hajj on behalf of others
O people! Fear Allaah the Almighty and know that Hajj is one of the finest acts of worship and the greatest in reward. It was related that the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam said: “(The performance of) `Umrah is an expiation for the sins committed (between it and the previous one). And the reward for Hajj Mabroor (i.e., the … Continue reading Performing Hajj on behalf of others
Zamzam (زمزم)
Introduction Allaah has made all living creatures out of water. People require water for almost everything; for agriculture, construction, transportation, and for cooling and heating. But not all water carries the same value and significance? Muslims refer to the water of Zamzam as something revered and unique. They crave this mysterious liquid and love to … Continue reading Zamzam (زمزم)
How to do Umrah?
Umrah is a great Sunnah of our beloved Prophet (PBUH). It is an act of worship somewhat similar to Hajj, but with lesser rites and shorter duration. Let us devote some time here to learn about the details associated with this great act of Ibadah. We shall classify our discussion here broadly into three categories: Significance … Continue reading How to do Umrah?
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