The Hajj

The Seven Steps of Hajj

Follow the sacred journey of Hajj through its seven essential steps, each carrying deep spiritual significance and connecting you to millions of pilgrims throughout history.

Complete Hajj Journey

Each step of Hajj has been performed by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and millions of believers

1

Ihram

Enter the sacred state of Ihram by wearing the prescribed white garments and making the intention (Niyyah) for Hajj.

Before crossing the Miqat (boundary), pilgrims must enter Ihram. Men wear two white seamless cloths, while women wear modest clothing. Recite the Talbiyah prayer.

2

Tawaf al-Qudum

Perform the arrival Tawaf by circumambulating the Kaaba seven times in a counter-clockwise direction.

Upon arriving in Mecca, perform Tawaf around the Kaaba. Start from the Black Stone, walk counter-clockwise seven times, and pray two Rak'ahs at Maqam Ibrahim.

3

Sa'i

Walk seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah, commemorating Hagar's search for water.

Begin at Safa hill, walk to Marwah hill (one trip), then return to Safa (second trip). Complete seven trips total, ending at Marwah.

4

Mina

Travel to Mina on the 8th of Dhul Hijjah and spend the night in prayer and reflection.

On Tarwiyah Day, pilgrims travel to Mina and spend the night in tents. This is a day of preparation and spiritual reflection before Arafah.

5

Arafah

Stand at the plain of Arafah on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah from noon until sunset in prayer and supplication.

The most important day of Hajj. Stand at Arafah from Dhuhr until Maghrib, making du'a and seeking forgiveness. This is the essence of Hajj.

This is the most important day of Hajj. Missing Arafah means missing Hajj.

6

Muzdalifah

Spend the night under the open sky at Muzdalifah and collect pebbles for the stoning ritual.

After sunset at Arafah, travel to Muzdalifah. Pray Maghrib and Isha combined, spend the night, and collect 70 small pebbles for Jamarat.

7

Jamarat & Sacrifice

Stone the pillars at Jamarat, perform the sacrifice, shave or trim hair, and complete the final Tawaf.

Stone Jamarat al-Aqaba, perform Qurbani (sacrifice), cut hair, perform Tawaf al-Ifadah, and complete Sa'i if not done earlier.

Hajj Timeline

8th Dhul Hijjah

Tarwiyah Day - Travel to Mina

9th Dhul Hijjah

Day of Arafah - The Main Pillar

10th Dhul Hijjah

Eid al-Adha - Sacrifice & Celebration

Important Guidelines

Essential Requirements

  • • Valid Hajj visa and passport
  • • Completed vaccination requirements
  • • Proper Ihram clothing
  • • Basic Arabic phrases for prayers

Spiritual Preparation

  • • Sincere repentance (Tawbah)
  • • Learn Hajj prayers and supplications
  • • Physical fitness preparation
  • • Mental and emotional readiness

Common Mistakes

  • • Rushing through rituals
  • • Not maintaining Ihram properly
  • • Missing the correct timing
  • • Lack of patience and humility

Recommended Reading

  • • Hajj and Umrah guide books
  • • Prophetic traditions about Hajj
  • • Du'a collections for pilgrimage
  • • Historical accounts of Hajj

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