Hajj

Hajj

The three types of Hajj are Hajj al-Ifrad, Hajj al-Qiran, and Hajj al-Tamattu. 

Hajj al-Ifrad

• Also known as the "Singular Journey", this type of Hajj involves performing only the rites of Hajj 
  
• The pilgrim enters ihram with the intention of performing Hajj alone 
  
• The pilgrim remains in ihram until they exit after stoning Jamrat al-'Aqabah on the day of 'Eid 
  

Hajj al-Qiran

• Also known as the "Accompanied Pilgrimage", this type of Hajj involves performing both Umrah and Hajj together 
  
• The pilgrim enters ihram for both Umrah and Hajj 
  
• The pilgrim performs Umrah first, then performs Hajj with the same Ihram 
  

Hajj al-Tamattu 

• Also known as the "Enjoyable Pilgrimage", this type of Hajj involves performing a complete Umrah and a complete Hajj 
• The pilgrim enters ihram for Umrah during the months of Hajj 
• The pilgrim performs Umrah, then enters ihram for Hajj on the day of al-Tarwiyah

Hajj Rites and Rituals:

 * Intention: Make a sincere intention to perform Hajj solely for the sake of Allah.

 * Financial preparation: Ensure your finances are halal and sufficient for the journey.

 * Physical preparation: Be physically fit for the demanding rituals.

 * Knowledge: Learn the Hajj rituals and related rules thoroughly.

 * Repentance: Seek forgiveness for past sins and make amends.

Hajj Al-Qiran 

Day 0  (7th of Dhul-Hijjah)

Ihram (State of consecration):

• Ghusl (bath): Cleanse your body with a bath.
• Dress: Men wear two unstitched white cloths (Ihram), while women wear modest clothing.
• Niyyah (intention): Declare your intention to enter Ihram for Hajj.
• Hajj Qiran (i.e., both initial Umrah and subsequent Hajj with a single Ihram) Oh Allah, I intend Hajj and Umrah. Make them both easy for me and accept them from me.

• After assuming the clothing of ihram, offer two rakah of sunnah prayer with the intention of ihram. It is preferable to recite Surah Kafirun in the first rakah and Surah Ikhlas in second. This prayer, however, should not be offered at makruh or haram times, nor should it be offered by menstruating women.
• Talbiyah: Recite the Talbiyah: "Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk, Labbayk La Shareeka Laka Labbayk. Innal-hamda wan-ni'mata Laka wal-mulk, La Shareeka Lak." (Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Indeed, all praise, grace and sovereignty belong to You. You have no partner).

 Umrah of Arrival in Makkah: 

• Perform Wudu and then head towards Masjid al-Haram reciting Talbiyah.
• Sighting of Kaabah - First time you lay eye on the Kaabah is a time of acceptance of Dua.  Hence, one particularly noteworthy dua, as recommended by Imam Abu Hanifah (may the mercy of Allah be upon him), is to ask that all future duas, wherever and whenever they might be made, be accepted.

Tawaf (Circumambulation of the Ka'bah):

• Start from the Black Stone: Begin Tawaf from the Black Stone.
• Seven rounds: Circle the Ka'bah seven times counter-clockwise. Raml (Sunnah) : Men may perform Raml (brisk walking) in the first three rounds.
• Two Rak'ahs: Pray two Rak'ahs behind Maqam Ibrahim (the Station of Abraham) after Tawaf.

Sa'i (Walking between Safa and Marwa):

• Start from Safa: Begin Sa'i from the hill of Safa.
• Seven rounds: Walk seven times between Safa and Marwa.

Remaining in a State of Ihram

• After completing Umrah, do not have your hair cut or your head shaved (since you are performing Hajj Qiran). Instead, remain in the state of ihram until the completion of Hajj.

 Umrah of Hajj (Tawaf Qudum):

Tawaf (Circumambulation of the Ka'bah):

• Start from the Black Stone: Begin Tawaf from the Black Stone.
• Seven rounds: Circle the Ka'bah seven times counter-clockwise. Raml (Sunnah) : Men may perform Raml (brisk walking) in the first three rounds.
• Two Rak'ahs: Pray two Rak'ahs behind Maqam Ibrahim (the Station of Abraham) after Tawaf.

Sa'i (Walking between Safa and Marwa): Sa’i of Hajj (if done now, no need to repeat after Tawaf Ziyarah)

• Start from Safa: Begin Sa'i from the hill of Safa.
• Seven rounds: Walk seven times between Safa and Marwa.

 Day 1  (8th of Dhul-Hijjah)

 Head to Mina, a sprawling tent city

• Spend the day in Mina, set out the next morning at dawn. Most of the time in Mina is spent in prayer and remembering Allah.
• It is mustahabb (recommended) to perform five prayers (Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, and Fajr) in Mina.
• Prayers will not be combined, but they will be shortened. Therefore, each prayer will be prayed at its proper time, but Dhuhr, Asr, and Isha will be shortened from four rakah to two.
• Pray all of your sunnahs (and nafl) as your time in Mina constitutes valuable free time for the worship of Allah (Glorious and Exalted). The following is a suggested schedule of prayers:

• Outside of these prayers, spend your free time engaged in dhikr, recitation of the Holy Qur’an, sending
• salawat (salutations) on the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), glorifying Allah (Glorious and
• Exalted), and resting, if necessary, for the next day in Arafah.

Day 2  (9th of Dhul-Hijjah)

Spend the day at Arafat

• The Day of Arafat one of the most important days (Pillar of Hajj)
• Perform wudu before the time for Dhuhr begins.
• Perform Dhuhr in congregation. Even if it is Friday, Jumuah will not be offered. Instead the group will pray Dhuhr. Also, Asr will not be combined with Dhuhr.
• Spend your time in ibadah (worship) and in the remembrance of Allah (Glorious and Exalted). This period of time (from Dhuhr to the beginning of Maghrib) is known as the wuquf of Arafah. It is the essence of the journey and is the key act of Hajj.
• Perform Asr in congregation at its time.
• Engage in dhikr and dua until sunset.

Collect pebbles at Muzdalifah

• Before sunset move to Muzdalifah where spend the night under the stars. 
• Call the adhan and one iqamah.
• Pray the 3 fard of Maghrib (as a group).
• Pray the 2 fard of Isha (without a second iqamah, as a group).
• Pray the sunnah of Maghrib (individually).
• Pray the sunnah of Isha (individually).
• Pray Witr (individually).
• The above sequence is usually performed in small groups (due to space limitations). If you pray individually, however, the above sequence will still be followed.
• Collect pebbles - 70 in total per person (7 + 21 x 3) + ?some extras
• Stay overnight in Muzdalifah 
• Spend the night in Ibadah. Very blessed and virtuous time. 
• Departing again just before sunrise after performing Fajr prayer. 

Day 3 (10th of Dhul-Hijjah)

Four major responsibilities:

Throw stones at the pillar

• The longest day of the pilgrimage
• The 10th of Dhul-Hijjah is Eid al-Adha
• Heading back to Mina before dawn from Muzdalifah
• Continue reciting Talbiyah 
• Once in Mina - first rami, throw seven pebbles at the largest of three columns known as Jamarat. (Jamarat Al Aqabah) Takbir: Say Bismillahi Allah Akbar with each throw
• Walk immediately after stoning, don’t hold back (Sunnah) and no Dua is made after pelting.
• After throwing of stones - Talbiyah of Hajj ends

Animal Sacrifice

• Slaughter sheep

Halaq 

• Shave hair and remove their ihram clothes. 
• Women: Trim a small portion of their hair.

Tawaf Ziyarah

• Proceed to Mecca to perform Tawaf Ziyarah and sa’ee (not needed if performed with Tawaf Qudum)
• Rest for sometime at Makkah hotel
• Return to campsite in Mina in the evening. 

Day 4, 5 & 6 (11th, 12th and 13th of Dhul Hijjah)

Days of Tashreeq 

• Mina: Stay in Mina and stone the three Jamarat each day
• Ramee of Jamarat not Wajib on 13th but recommended 
• Ramee done between Zuhur and Maghreb each day
• Make supplications after first and second Jamarat but not after Jamarat Aqabah.  
• Tawaf al-Wida' (Farewell Tawaf): Makkah: Perform Tawaf al-Wida' before leaving Makkah.

Important Notes:

 

• Two Pillars of Hajj (according to Hanafi Fiqh)

The main components of Hajj are the two pillars, which are the essential acts that make the pilgrimage valid. These include: 

• Mount 'Arafah
  The plains of Arafah where pilgrims spend the Day of Arafah, asking Allah for forgiveness. 
  
• Tawaf Ziyarah

  Which is the Tawaaf on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah after pelting, slaughtering and shaving or trimming. 

• Rules of Ihram

• It’s very important to note that when you are in a state of Ihram, you are not permitted to smoke, swear, shave, clip your nails, or engage in any form of sexual relations. Fighting and arguments are also forbidden, and participants are prohibited from hunting, killing, or unjustifiably breaking anything. You must also avoid scented products such as perfumes, moisturisers, makeup, or soaps. You may, however, substitute them for unscented toiletries which are permissible to use.

• Obligatory acts of Hajj

The obligatory actions of Hajj are seven: 

1. Entering ihram at the appropriate miqat, i.e., one should enter ihram from the miqat. As for ihram itself, it is an essential part of Hajj. 
2. Standing in ‘Arafah until sunset, for the one who reaches there by day. 
3. Staying overnight in Mina during the days of at-Tashriq (the 11th, 12th and 13th of Dhu’l-Hijjah) 
4. Staying overnight in Muzdalifah until after halfway through the night. 
5. Stoning the Jamarat in the right sequence. 
6. Shaving the head or cutting the hair. 
7. Farewell Tawaf (tawaf al-wada‘).