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  • The Status of Hajj in Islam

    Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam; Allah, The Exalted, ordained it in the ninth year after Hijrah (the Prophet's  sallallaahu  `alayhi  wa  sallam ( may  Allaah exalt his mention ) migration from Makkah to Madeenah), according to the preponderant opinion. Allah The Almighty Says (what means): {…And [due] to Allah from the people is a pilgrimage to the House—for whoever is.. More

  • School of Faith in Ten Days of Thul-Hijjah

    The believing human self needs strong provocations in order to awaken whenever it is enveloped by laziness in relation to performing acts of worship and whenever it is impaired by a tendency of seeking pleasure. Amidst the increasing worldly crowdedness of distractions, issues that make one heedless, and pure material gains, the soul of the believer.. More

  • Questions about Black Stone

    1- Shaykhul-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, may Allaah have mercy upon him, said, “No inanimate object can be kissed or given salutations except for the Black Stone.” 2- Kissing the Black Stone is an act of worship that is done by only one person at that moment. 3- Some hadiths stated: The Black Stone was sent down (to earth) from Paradise. But their.. More

  • What One Must Know before Hajj – The Fiqh Provisions of a Pilgrim

    There is no doubt that continuous eagerness of the hearts to Hajj is the fruit of the answer of Allah to the call of Ibrahim, may Allaah exalt his mention. Allah Almighty says (what means): {And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.} [Quran 22:27].. More

  • To Witness Benefits for Themselves

    From there…and in the shade of the first House of worship established for mankind – blessed and a guidance for the worlds, pure and fresh fragrance brightens the heart of the believer and his soul recalls memories that symbolize light in the extreme darkness of the night. From there, from the submissive hearts, the flowing tears and the.. More

  • Story of Pilgrim Who Did Not Perform Hajj

    I recollected the memories of Hajj, ‘Arafat, Muzdalifah, and the farewell Tawaaf (circumambulation)… My imagination wandered to the throwing of pebbles… Suddenly, tears poured from my eyes… These are unforgettable memories… I cannot go for Hajj this year due to some circumstances… I tried to overcome these.. More

  • Virtue of Day of ‘Arafah and State of Righteous Predecessors Therein

    All praise is due to Allah only, and may His blessings and peace be upon the Messenger after whom there are no Messengers. The day of ‘Arafah is among the most virtuous days. On that day, supplications are answered, sins are forgiven, and Allah boasts to the angels of the people of ‘Arafat. It is a day that Allah granted a great value to.. More

  • Common Errors in Hajj and Umrah

    First: Errors Related to Ihram: Some pilgrims bypass the designated Station of ihram on their route without either being in Ihram or entering into ihram there, proceeding until they reach Jeddah or some other place within the precincts of the Stations, at which they enter into ihram. This is against the command of Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu.. More

  • The Many Virtues of Hajj – II

    * After the pilgrim starts saying, “Labbayka Allahumma Labbayk (Here I am at Your Service, O Allah, here I am)” at the Meeqaat (station from where one enters into the state of Ihraam), he must not continue sinning further, having responded to his Lord’s call. When he says it he should think of it as, “I am responding to Your.. More

  • The Many Virtues of Hajj - I

    There are numerous Ahadeeth (narrations) that talk about the virtues of Hajj and its great reward. Some of these are: * Abu Hurayrah, may Allaah be pleased with him, reported that the Prophet, sallallaahu 'alayhi wa sallam, said: “From one ‘Umrah to another is an expiation for the sins committed between them, and the accepted Hajj has.. More

  • Points to Ponder on the Origins of the Hajj

    The story of how Hajj first originated is one that is worthy of our concern and attention, a story worthy of remembrance and contemplation whenever people walk between the mounts of As-Safa and Al-Marwah while doing Sa’y, and whenever they drink from the water of Zamzam. Hajj should not be regarded as a mere religious ritual where each generation.. More

  • That You May Glorify Allah for His Guidance

    Among the abundant bounties and graces that Allah, the Exalted, conferred upon this nation are these blessed spiritual seasons; seasons of obedience and times for gaining more rewards. These are times for acts of worship, spiritual grants, spiritual insights, and gentle reminders. Blessed spiritual seasons are calling to us, 'O seekers of good, draw.. More

  • What After Hajj?

    Allah The Almighty Legislated the acts of worship and obedience for great wisdom and sublime objectives. No wonder, as they strengthen the faith, purify the soul, correct the attitude and refine the morals. If acts of worship did not achieve these objectives, then the Muslim would not benefit from them properly. In such a case, acts of worship might.. More

  • Rulings Related to the Udh-hiyyah

    1) The sacrificed animal should be from the livestock (cows, camels, sheep and goats). Other kinds of animals cannot replace the above mentioned even if it is permissible to eat them, such as rabbits, poultry, antelope, gazelle and other wild animals. 2) The one slaughtering (butcher) should not be given his fee from the Udh-hiyyah because the Prophet,.. More

  • Educational Situations from the School of Hajj - II

    Islamic Monotheism, Following the Sunnah of the Prophet and Unity There are other educational reflections pointed out by Mr. Shaa’i‘ ibn Muhammad Al-Ghubayshi, from the educational supervision center, including: First: Tawheed (to affirm the Oneness of Allah The Almighty): The greatest manifestation of the care for and importance of Tawheed.. More