Hajj Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is Ihram?
Ihram is a state of spiritual purity entered before Hajj
Why do Muslims enter Ihram?
Muslims enter Ihram to purify themselves spiritually
What is Tawaf?
Tawaf is the act of walking around the Kaaba seven times in a counterclockwise direction. It symbolizes unity and devotion to God.
Why do Muslims perform Tawaf?
Muslims perform Tawaf to demonstrate their submission to God and to symbolize the unity of believers in worship.
What is Sa’i?
Sa’i is walking seven times between Safa and Marwah
Why do Muslims perform Sa’i?
Muslims perform Sa’i to commemorate Hagar’s faith in God when she searched for water for her son
What is the Standing at Arafat?
The Standing at Arafat is the day spent in prayer and reflection on the plain of Arafat
Why do Muslims stand at Arafat?
Muslims stand at Arafat to seek forgiveness
What is Muzdalifah?
Muzdalifah is where pilgrims spend the night under the open sky after Arafat and pick up the 49 rocks needed for the next day
Why do Muslims spend the night at Muzdalifah?
Muslims spend the night at Muzdalifah to show equality
What is Ramy al-Jamarat?
Ramy al-Jamarat is the act of throwing stones at three pillars in Mina
Why do Muslims perform Ramy al-Jamarat?
Muslims perform Ramy al-Jamarat to reject Satan
What is the Eid al-Adha Sacrifice?
The Eid al-Adha sacrifice involves sacrificing an animal to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience to God’s command.
Why do Muslims sacrifice an animal during Eid al-Adha?
Muslims sacrifice an animal to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God and to share with the needy.
What is Shaving/Cutting Hair?
Shaving or cutting hair after Hajj symbolizes spiritual renewal and humility before God.
Why do Muslims shave or cut their hair after Hajj?
Muslims shave or cut their hair as a sign of spiritual purification
What is Tawaf al-Ifadah?
Tawaf al-Ifadah is an additional circumambulation of the Kaaba after the major rites
Why do Muslims perform Tawaf al-Ifadah?
Muslims perform Tawaf al-Ifadah to express their renewed closeness to God after completing the major rites of Hajj.
What is the Return to Mina?
The return to Mina is when pilgrims complete the final rites of Hajj
Why do Muslims return to Mina?
Muslims return to Mina to fulfill the remaining rites of Hajj
