Explanation

• Day: 10th Dhul Hijjah
• Name: Youm al-Nahr (Day of Sacrifice)
• Associated festival: Eid al-Adha
• Hajj days: 8th–13th Dhul Hijjah
• Main ritual: Qurbani (sacrifice)

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Explanation

• Miqat is the designated boundary for entering the state of Ihram.
• Pilgrims must wear Ihram before crossing Miqat.
• It applies to both Hajj and Umrah.
• Different regions have different Miqat points.
• Crossing Miqat without Ihram requires compensation (Dum).

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

• The most important part of Hajj is the Day of 'Arafah
• This takes place on the 9th day of Dhul-Hijjah
• It is often described as the heart of Hajj,
• Pilgrims travel from Mina to the plains of Arafat

Last updated by NA on 25- April-2026

Explanation

•  First Hajj offered in 9 A.H.
• Hajj means to intend.
• There are 3 types of Hajj.
• Hajj was made compulsory in 9 A.H
• Tawaf begins from  Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad).

• The holy prophet performed only 1 Hajj in 10th A.H.

Explanation

• The cover of the Holy Kaaba is called Kiswah.
• It is also known as Ghilaf-e-Kaaba in Urdu.
• It is made of black silk with golden embroidery.
• The Kiswah is replaced every year in Makkah.
• It is prepared with great care and religious respect.

Last verified on 25-04-2026