Hajj Flashcards
(34 cards)
Upon Whom is Hajj Compulsory?
(Condition Fard Requirements)
- Muslim (Not obligatory for non-Muslims).
- Adult (Bāligh) – Children can perform Hajj but it doesn’t fulfill their obligation.
- Sane (`Āqil) – Mentally incapable individuals are exempt.
- Financially Able – Must have funds for travel, family upkeep, and no debts.
- Physically Able – Healthy enough to endure the journey; elderly/sick can appoint a proxy (Badal).
- Safety – No life-threatening risks (e.g., war, pandemics).
State Quranic proof
Pilgrimage to the House is a duty owed to Allah by those who can afford it.
Key Hadiths on the virtues of Hajj
“Whoever performs Hajj for Allah and avoids lewdness/arguments will return sinless.”
“The reward of an accepted Hajj is nothing but Paradise.”
“Jihād for the elderly, weak, and women is Hajj Mabrūr.”
Key Verses on the Virtues of Hajj
- Surah Āl ʿImrān
o First House of Worship for mankind (Kaʿbah).
o Obligation on those capable. - Surah Al-Ḥajj
o Prophet Ibrāhīm’s (AS) call to Hajj.
o Spiritual benefits and sacrifice rituals.
Types of Hajj and How they are Perfomed
Hajj Al Ifrad: Hajj only, No Umrah ; No animal Sacrifice
Hajj Al Qiran: Combined Hajj and Umrah (In one Ihram) ; Required Animal Sacrifice
Hajj At Tamattu: Seperate Hajj and Umrah (2 Seperate Ihram ; Compulsory Animal Sacrifice
What are the Dates of Hajj
8th Dhul Hijjah to 12th/13 Dhul Hijjah (5-6 Days)
Definition of Ihram
Sacred State entered by Niyah (Intention) and Talbiyyah
Prohibitions (Muḥarramāt al-Ihram):
- No haircuts/nail trimming
- No perfume (even in soap!)
- No sexual activity
- No hunting/killing animals
- Men: No stitched clothing (wear 2 white sheets).
Significance of Ihram
- Symbolizes equality, purity, and detachment from materialism.
What is Miqat?
: Fixed locations where Ihram becomes mandatory.
5 Main Miqat
- Dhul-Ḥulayfah (Madīnah) – For those coming from/near Madīnah.
- Al-Juhfah – For pilgrims from Egypt/Syria.
- Qarn al-Manāzil – For Najd region (e.g., Riyadh).
- Yalamlam – For Yemen/South Asia.
- Dhāt ʿIrq – For Iraq/Khorasan.
What is the rule for missing a miqat?
Rule: If missed, must return to Mīqāt or sacrifice a sheep (Dam).
Why is the first day of Hajj called Yawm-Al Tarwiyyah?
Because historically, pilgrims stocked water for Arafah’s heat.
Rituals of the First Day of Hajj
- Enter Ihram (if doing Tamattuʿ).
- Pray Dhuhr in Mina (stay until Fajr of 9th Dhul-Ḥijjah).
- Intense Dhikr & Duʿā’ (no specific prayers).
Summarise the First Day of Hajj
A day of preparation in Mina before Arafah.
Why is the second day of Hajj considered one of the most critical days in Hajj?
Because on the second day of Hajj, the Hajji’s go to Arafat. Without Wuquf at Arafat, your Hajj is invalid.
Hadith on Arafat
Hajj is ‘Arafat’
Rituals of the second day of Hajj
- Depart Mina after sunrise.
- Stand at ʿArafah until sunset (Wuqūf).
- Pray Dhuhr + ʿAṣr combined (Qaṣr with 1 Adhān, 2 Iqāmahs).
- Non-stop Duʿā’ & Istighfār (best day for forgiveness).
What do you do after Sunset on the Second Day of Hajj?
- Leave for Muzdalifah (collect pebbles for Rami).
Summarise the second day of Hajj
Summary: Wuqūf at ʿArafah is the climax of Hajj—ensures Hajj’s acceptance.
Key Differences between Hajj and Umrah
Hajj:
- Fard
-Dhul Hijjah only
-Includes Arafah, Muzdalifah, and Rami
Umrah:
-Sunnah/Mustahabb
-Any time of the year
-Tawaf and Sa’ii only
What is Talbiyyah?
Labayk Allah humma Labak
Labayk Ala Shareeka laka labbayk
Innall Hamda, wa anni’mata
Laka walmulk
Lashareekalak
When is Talbiyyah recited?
From entering Ihram until:
After throwing Jamrat al-‘Aqabah (10th Dhul-Hijjah) (For Hajj al-Tamattu’/Qirān)
OR
After the first Tawaf (Tawaf al-Qudūm) (For Hajj al-Ifrād)
How often is Talbiyyah recited?
Constantly (during travel, after prayers, walking, etc.).
