Step by Step Hajj and Umrah | Eslem Nur Çetin

Step 1

Entering Ihram (Intention)

When you arrive at the Miqat point, take a ritual bath (ghusl) and pray two rak'ahs (sunnah). Then make the intention and begin reciting the Talbiyah. Men wear the ihram garments, women wear civil, clean, and modest clothing. Women should wear a headscarf, but must keep their faces uncovered.

Talbiyah (Intention Supplication)

لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَانِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَانَّمُلْكَ، لَا شَرِيكَ لَك

Labbaykallâhuma labbayk, labbayke lâ şerîke leke labbayk, innelhamde ven'imete lekel mülk, lâ şerîke lek.

"Here I am, O Lord, here I am. You have no partner, here I am. Surely all praise and blessing are Yours, and the dominion. You have no partner."

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Step 2

Tawaf (Circling the Ka'bah)

Circle the Ka'bah seven times with your right shoulder facing it. In the first three circuits, men walk with their shoulders exposed (ramal - sunnah). After each circuit, pray two rak'ahs at Maqam Ibrahim.

Tawaf Supplication (General Dua)

رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَّفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَّقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ

Rabbena atina fiddünyâ haseneten ve fil âhireti haseneten ve kına âzâbensnâr.

"Our Lord! Grant us good in this world and good in the Hereafter, and protect us from the punishment of the Fire."

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Step 3

Sa'i (Walking Between Safa and Marwah)

After completing Tawaf, exit the Masjid al-Haram and head to the hill of Safa. Standing at the beginning of the hill, recite the verse "Indeed, Safa and Marwah are among the symbols of Allah..." Then go back and forth seven times until reaching Marwah.

Beginning Verse

إِنَّ الصَّفَا وَالْمَرْوَةَ مِن شَعَائِرِ اللَّهِ ۖ فَمَنۡ حَجَّ الْبَيْتَ أَوِ اعْتَمَرَ فَلَا جُنَاحَ عَلَيْهِ أَن يَطَّوَّفَ بِهِمَا

İnnas-safâ velmerve min şa'âirillâh... Fe-men hacchelbeyte evi'temetere fe-lâ cenâhe aleyhi en yettavvefe bihimâ.

"Indeed, Safa and Marwah are among the symbols appointed by Allah. So whoever undertakes the Hajj or Umrah, there is no sin on him to perform Tawaf between them." (Al-Baqarah, 158)

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Step 4

Standing at Arafah (One of Hajj's Pillars/Rukn)

On the 9th of Dhul Hijjah at noon time, proceed to Arafah. Pray Dhuhr and Asr prayers combined. Continue with uninterrupted supplications, repentance, and dhikr until sunset. This is the most important part of the Hajj pilgrimage.

Arafah Dhikr (Most Meritorious)

لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ ۚ لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ

Lâ ilâhe illallâhu vahdehu lâ şerîke leh, lehul mülkü ve lehul hamdü ve hüve alâ külli şey'in kadîr.

"There is no deity except Allah, alone, without partner. To Him belongs all dominion and to Him is all praise, and He has power over all things."

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Step 5

Stoning the Devil, Sacrifice, and Shortening Hair

After Arafah, proceed to Muzdalifah, then to Mina. Perform the first stoning (Jamarat al-Ula). Then slaughter the sacrificial animal, shave or shorten the hair (Tahlul).

Supplication During Stoning

اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْهُ حَجًّا مَبْرُورًا وَسَعْيًا مَشْكُورًا وَذَنْبًا مَغْفُورًا

Allâhummec'alhu haccen mebrûren ve sa'yen meşkûren ve zenben mağfûran.

"O Allah, make it an accepted Hajj, a thanked effort, and a forgiven sin."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should women do during menstruation (hayd)? +

According to the Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet):

• Ihram: Menstruating women can enter Ihram, make intention, and recite the Talbiyah.
• Tawaf: They CANNOT perform Tawaf without purification (taking ghusl). During this period, they continue with Arafah standing, stoning the devil, and other obligatory acts.
• Sa'i: Unless Tawaf is performed, Sa'i also cannot be done. After becoming pure, first perform Tawaf, then Sa'i.
• Farewell Tawaf: They also cannot perform the "Tawaf al-Wada" upon departure. If they leave without becoming pure, this tawaf is waived from them (exempted).

What is the difference between Hajj and Umrah? +

Time: Umrah can be performed any day of the year, while Hajj is only performed during specific days of Dhul Hijjah (9th-13th).
Pillars (Arkan): Umrah consists of Ihram, Tawaf, and Sa'i. Hajj includes these three plus Standing at Arafah, staying in Mina, stoning the devil, and sacrificing an animal as wajib (obligatory acts) and rukn (fundamental pillars). Standing at Arafah is one of the most important conditions of Hajj.

What are the restrictions on women's clothing while in Ihram? +

According to Diyanet's opinion, women in Ihram should pay attention to:

• Headscarf is Obligatory: Women must wear a headscarf (hijab) that covers their hair while in Ihram. Leaving hair uncovered is not permissible.
• Face Must Remain Uncovered: Covering the face completely (burqa/niqab) and wearing gloves is forbidden. The face must remain visible.
• Clothing Color: Wearing black clothing is permissible. The prohibited thing is not the color, but adornments or decorative elements on it. Clothing should be modest.

How long does the Umrah worship take? +

Duration of Worship: Umrah (Ihram, Tawaf, Sa'i) can technically be completed within a few hours.
Travel Planning: Due to crowd queues, spiritual preparation, accommodation and travel expenses, an average 7-10 day program is generally recommended.

How are Ihram garments obtained and worn? +

• Men: Ihram consists of two pieces: izar (wrapping the lower body) and rida (covering the upper body). Seamless ones are preferred. Can be obtained from shops in Turkey or at Miqat points in Makkah.
• Women: There is no requirement for a special "ihram garment". They can wear any normal, clean clothing that covers the body, leaves the face uncovered, and carries no decorative elements. A headscarf should be used.