Umrah, from intention to completion
Guide
Every rite of Umrah, in order, with the duas in Arabic, transliteration and translation, and the practical details pilgrims ask about.
- 01What is Umrah?The "lesser pilgrimage" to Makkah, what it means, why Muslims perform it, and the history of the two holy mosques.2 min read
- 02Miqat, and ihram on the planeWhere the miqat boundaries are, which one applies to you, and what to do when your flight to Jeddah crosses one.2 min read
- 03Step 1: IhramEntering the sacred state with intention and talbiyah, what to wear, and the duas for arriving at Masjid al-Haram.2 min read
- 04Step 2: TawafSeven circuits around the Kaaba, from the Black Stone, counter-clockwise, with the Sunnah duas and what to do after.2 min read
- 05Step 3: SaʿiSeven lengths between Safa and Marwah, beginning at Safa, with the Sunnah dhikr and practical tips for the walk.1 min read
- 06Step 4: Halq or taqsirShaving or shortening the hair to leave ihram, the difference between the two, and what becomes permitted afterwards.1 min read
- 07What breaks ihram?What is forbidden and what is allowed while in ihram, and what to do if you make a mistake.1 min read
- 08Umrah and Hajj comparedHow Umrah differs from Hajj in obligation, timing, length, rites and visas.1 min read
- 09Etiquette in the two mosquesAdab in Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi, moving with the crowd, and looking after each other.1 min read
- 10Umrah for womenClothing, the rites, prayer areas and Rawdah visits, menstruation, and travel rules — the points that differ for women.1 min read
- 11Elderly pilgrims and accessibilityWheelchairs, lifts and the best routes, choosing a hotel with a level walk, and health precautions for older pilgrims.1 min read
- 12Printable Umrah checklistA one-page checklist of what to bring and the sequence of the rites. Print it, or save it as a PDF from your browser.1 min read