How to Perform Umrah Properly: A Step-by-Step Guide 

Umrah is a holy act of worship. Muslims from all over the world travel to Saudi Arabia for this purpose. However, if you do not know how to perform Umrah, you will not be able to do it properly. Therefore, we have explained the rites and rituals of Umrah for you. So that it is easier for you to conduct Umrah as it is advised. However, there are two types of Umrah, as follows: 

1. Umrah Al Tammatu 
2. Umrah Al Mufradah 

1) Umrah Al Tammatu: 

This Umrah is the obligatory Umrah to perform before Hajj.

2) Umrah Al Mufradah:

It is the type of Umrah that is optional for the pilgrim. This is not necessary to perform before Hajj. There are four steps in the Umrah al Mufradah. We have simplified the four acts of this Umrah for you. As a result, you will be able to perform every ritual righteously.

Steps of How to Do Umrah: 

The following are the steps of performing Umrah the right way. Every Muslim who wishes to perform Umrah and worship Allah has to act upon these properly. The essential duties are mentioned below: 

1. Ihram 
2. Tawaf 
3. Sa’yee 
4. Taqsir 

1. Ihram:

Every Muslim has to wear an Ihram before entering Masjid Ul Haram. That is because pilgrims are required to enter the holy boundaries of Makkah in a condition of Ihram. Moreover, says Salah Al Ihram before wearing Ihram. It is Sunnah to perform two rakahs of Salah.

In addition, there are certain things you must do to become a Muhrim (person in the state of Ihram): 

• Ablution-Ghusl
• Clip finger and toenails
• Trim your mustache
• Remove unwanted body hair 

However, the state of ihram is the combined sacred deed of Niyyah and Talbiyah which are required to conduct Umrah. Niyyah is the intrinsic desire to conduct an act of worship. Whereas Talbiyah is a supplication prayer.  

This four-part prayer begins with Ihram and the recitation of “Labayka ‘Umrah” or “Allahumma labbayka ‘Umrah.” This sentence confirms that the pure act rituals journey has begun. Talbiyah continues the journey: “Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk, labbayka laa shareeka laka labbayk, innal-hamda wan-ni’mata laka wal-mulk, laa shareeka lak” 

Moreover, men must cover their bodies with Ihram, which is made up of two pieces of fabric. Aside from that, no additional attire is permitted. While there is no specific clothing for women. However, it is required that they cover themselves properly while leaving their faces and hands uncovered. 

In addition, even if women are menstruating, it is preferable to wash during the time of Ihram. Wear Ihram, which consists of any clean, non-transparent, loose-fitting garments with plain patterns. Also, they should avoid any jewelry and make-up. 

H3: 2. Tawaf: 

The next step of Umrah is Tawaf. It is also known as the circumambulation of Ka’ba. Muslims circle around the Ka’ba 7 times. The pilgrim must face the black stone and say “Bismil-laah, Allahu Akbar” after arriving at the Ka’ba in Makkah. Also, a pilgrim must point and recite “Bismil-laahiwaAllahu Akbar” when approaching the Yamani corner of Ka’ba (touch if feasible), otherwise not. 

In addition, only men must make Ramal, which is a fast-paced walk upon entering the holy Ka’ba for the first three circumambulations. However, the remaining four were completed by walking at a regular pace between the al Rukn al Yamani and the Black Stone.

Moreover, to guarantee that the pilgrim has completed all seven circles without moving or falling behind a single step or more, the last circumambulation begins where the first one ended. The state of Tawaf comes to a close with the seventh circle and the recital of eight Istilam. 

Moreover, after completing Tawaf, pilgrims can conduct Salat of Tawaf to offer the two short rak’aa’s and then sip the holy Zamzam water from the Well of Zamzam. It is located in the basement of the Sacred Mosque. Then, pilgrims walk to the Multazam to supplicate to Allah and offer Dua. 

3. Sa’yee: 

Pilgrims must do Sa’yee after completing Tawaf. They will make their way to Safa’s hill to conduct Sa’yee. Pilgrims will cross the mountains of Safa and Marwa seven times in Sa’yee. 

Also, pilgrims will now exit the Masjid Al-Haram and repeat the prayer “Allahhummainni as-aluka min fadlikaWarahmatika,” which means “O Allah, grant me your favor and protect me from the devil.” 

Moreover, now pilgrims climb to the top of the Safa hill, face the Ka’ba, lift their hands in dua, and recite Suratul Baqarah verse 158. Moreover, they should recite “Allahu Akbar” three times and ask Allah for anything they need.

Following that, pilgrims would descend from Safa hill and go towards Marwa hill, saying “Subhan Allah, walhumdulillah, wa la ilahail-AllahuAllahu Akbar, wa la haolawa la quwwataillabillah.”  

In addition, the seventh circle ends in Marwah, all pilgrims must face the Kaaba and make the identical prayers as at Safa. When performing Sa’yee, men must cover their shoulders. Also, pilgrims should exit the Holy Mosque with their left foot out and recite a Dua after offering two Raka’h of Nafl (at a convenient moment) at the Al Masjid Al Haram. 

4. Taqsir: 

Finally, the final stage of your journey: shaving or trimming your hair in Mina. Men should shave their heads. However, women should not shave their heads and may only have a length or strand of their hair cut.  

Consequently, the act of cutting one’s hair represents one’s separation from external appearances and total submission to Allah. 

Wrapping Up: 

Umrah is a holy act of worship and a rightful way of pleasing Allah. Therefore, we have provided you with a detailed answer to your question, “How to perform Umrah.” So, if you are planning to go to Saudi Arabia and perform Umrah, Qibla Travels Ltd. is your choice.

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