Explanation

• Hajj al-Tamattu is the type of Hajj in which Umrah and Hajj are performed separately.

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There are three types of Hajj:

1. Hajj al-Tamattu – Umrah and Hajj performed separately; two Ihrams; Hady required.
2. Hajj Qiran – Umrah and Hajj together with one Ihram; Hady required.
3. Hajj Ifrad – Only Hajj is performed; no Umrah during Hajj months; no Hady required.

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Explanation

• Istelam means kissing Hajr-e-Aswad (the Black Stone) or touching it.
• Aswad means کالا یا سیاہ رنگ کا
• It is located in the eastern corner of the Kaaba.
• It is performed during Tawaf in Hajj and Umrah.
• It shows love and respect for the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Last verified on 16-05-2026

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• The portion of the Kaaba's wall between its door and Hajr-e-Aswad is called Al-Multazim.
• It is a blessed place where pilgrims often make du'a (supplication).
• Many people hold onto this part of the Kaaba while praying.
• It is located on the eastern wall of the Kaaba.

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Explanation

• Arafat is the place that creates the main difference between Hajj and Umrah.
• Wuquf (standing) at Arafat on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah is a pillar (Rukn) of Hajj.
• Umrah does not include going to Arafat.
• Without Wuquf at Arafat, Hajj is not valid.
• After Arafat, pilgrims proceed to Muzdalifah.

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Explanation

• Zuhr and Asr prayers are offered together at Arafat on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah during Hajj.
• They are combined and offered at the time of Zuhr (Jam' Taqdim).
• Staying at Arafat (Wuquf-e-Arafat) is the most important pillar of Hajj.

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• At Muzdalifah, pilgrims combine Maghrib and Isha prayers.

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• Ramal is the practice in which men walk briskly during the first three rounds of Tawaf.
• It is a Sunnah performed during Tawaf al-Qudum (Arrival Tawaf).
• Women do not perform Ramal.
• Ramal demonstrates strength and follows the practice of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
• The remaining four rounds are walked normally.

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Explanation

• Arabic Term: Hady (هَدْي)
• Performed During: Hajj
• Day: 10 Dhul-Hijjah
• Purpose: Worship, gratitude, and obedience to Allah
• Required For: Hajj Tamattu' and Hajj Qiran

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• The act of shaving the head during Hajj is called Halq (حلق).
• It is performed after completing the major rituals of Hajj.
• Halq symbolizes humility, obedience, and submission to Allah.
• It marks the completion of the state of Ihram.
• Men usually shave the entire head, while women trim a small portion of their hair (Taqsir).

Last verified on 12-07-2026

Explanation

• Eid-ul-Adha became obligatory in the 2nd Hijri year (2 AH).
• Date of Eid-ul-Adha: 10th Dhul-Hijjah
• Month of Hajj: Dhul-Hijjah (12th Islamic month)
• Eid-ul-Adha commemorates the great sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and Hazrat Ismail (AS).

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Explanation

• The Khutba of Hajj is delivered at Masjid an-Namirah (Masjid-e-Nimra) on the Day of Arafah.
• It is delivered on 9th Dhul-Hijjah before the Dhuhr and Asr prayers.
• Masjid an-Namirah is located on the Plain of Arafat near Mount Arafat.

Last verified on 09-07-2026