The Holy Prophet (ﷺ) is a great model for all Muslims in every aspect of life. And Muslims follow their Prophet (ﷺ) in everything they do so they can achieve a better life. His (ﷺ) actions and sayings are offered as Hadith. And now Muslims are following these Ahadith to get perfection in their lives. Similarly, Muslims are following the Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) while preparing for Umrah. They follow the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) in several dimensions while performing Umrah, such as purification of Niyyah, arrangements of Halal money for expenses of Umrah, and performing Umrah rituals in the right way. Muslim pilgrims follow authentic traditions step by step while offering all rituals of Umrah. Only in this case can Muslims fulfill the purpose of Umrah and attain the high rewards of Umrah. Islamic travel offers affordable Umrah packages for Muslim brothers in the UK that cope with visa processing, accommodations, airline travel, and road travel in the city.
حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ سِنَانٍ، وَمُحَمَّدُ بْنُ يَحْيَى، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا يَزِيدُ بْنُ هَارُونَ، عَنْ شَرِيكٍ، عَنْ لَيْثٍ، عَنْ طَاوُسٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ : “ إِنَّمَا يُبْعَثُ النَّاسُ عَلَى نِيَّاتِهِمْ ” .
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “People will be resurrected (and judged) according to their intentions.” (Sunan Ibn Majah 4229)
Setting Your Intention According to Sunnah
The foremost component of performing Umrah is intention, according to the Holy Prophet (ﷺ). He emphasizes the importance of pure intention for Umrah rituals. Setting pure intention for Umrah acts as the foundation of the Umrah ritual. Intention for any act is related to spiritual readiness for that act. The Holy Prophet (ﷺ) stated the importance of intention in every act. And he considers actions can only be fruitful if they are performed with pure intentions. Umrah is a sacred journey of Muslims, and Muslim pilgrims should prepare their hearts and make up their minds before the journey.
حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ كَثِيرٍ، عَنْ سُفْيَانَ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ التَّيْمِيِّ، عَنْ عَلْقَمَةَ بْنِ وَقَّاصٍ اللَّيْثِيِّ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ عُمَرَ بْنَ الْخَطَّابِ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ “ الأَعْمَالُ بِالنِّيَّةِ، وَلاِمْرِئٍ مَا نَوَى، فَمَنْ كَانَتْ هِجْرَتُهُ إِلَى اللَّهِ وَرَسُولِهِ، فَهِجْرَتُهُ إِلَى اللَّهِ وَرَسُولِهِ، وَمَنْ كَانَتْ هِجْرَتُهُ لِدُنْيَا يُصِيبُهَا، أَوِ امْرَأَةٍ يَتَزَوَّجُهَا، فَهِجْرَتُهُ إِلَى مَا هَاجَرَ إِلَيْهِ ”.
Narrated `Umar bin Al-Khattab: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, “The (reward of) deeds depend on intentions, and every person will get the reward according to what he intends. So, whoever migrated for Allah and His Apostle, then his migration will be for Allah and His Apostle, and whoever migrated for worldly benefits or for marrying a woman, then his migration will be for what he migrated for.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 2529)
Spiritual and Physical Preparation before Departure:
Spiritual readiness and purification of intentions act as a pillar for preparation of Umrah. The worth of any task depends on intention determined before performing the task.
2.1. Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness
Muslims should seek forgiveness for their past actions and deeds. They should clear their minds and hearts before setting out for this journey of Umrah. Their hearts should be free of grievances and grudges for their relatives and friends. Muslim pilgrims must repent for their sins. This repentance can soften their hearts, and soft hearts are close to Allah Almighty.
2.2. Sunnah Acts Before Travel
- Ghusl before wearing Ihram: Ghusl before wearing Ihram can give physical purification to Muslim pilgrims.
- Clip nails, trim hair, and use miswak: Cleanliness is half of faith. Muslim pilgrims must clean their teeth using miswak to avoid any unhygienic impression.
- Apply perfume (for men) before entering Ihram: Muslim men are advised to wear perfume before entering Ihram. They can smell good and create a pure and clean appearance.
2.3. Travel Etiquette from the Sunnah
The Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) teaches Muslim pilgrims to maintain good manners and discipline throughout the journey of Umrah. Pilgrims are advised to say the dua of leaving home while they are going for the Umrah pilgrimage. And Muslims should travel in groups for better interaction and communication with each other. To maintain discipline throughout the journey, Muslims should be patient. The Holy Prophet (ﷺ) has advised offering this dua when embarking on the journey of Umrah.
بِسْمِ اللهِ ، تَوَكَّلْـتُ عَلى اللهِ وَلا حَوْلَ وَلا قُـوَّةَ إِلاّ بِالله
In the Name of Allah, I have placed my trust in Allah, there is no might and no power except by Allah. (Hisn al-Muslim 16)
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2.4. Things to Pack (Sunnah-Inspired Essentials)
- Ihram garments: Muslim brothers and sisters going for Umrah should have to pack 2-3 Ihram garments along with them before going for Umrah.
- Miswak or toothbrush: Pilgrims should pack a miswak or toothbrush in their luggage while going for Umrah. So, they can maintain the cleanliness of their teeth.
- Dua and dhikr books: All pilgrims should have to learn about the importance of offering dua and dhikr while they are setting out for Umrah. We offers a variety of books for learning these duas and dhikr.
- Basic toiletries (unscented): Carrying basic toiletries along Umrah journey is a very decent act to prevent any embarrassing moments during Umrah travel.
3. Performing Umrah the Prophetic Way
Entering Makkah with humility
Entering the holy land of Allah with remembrance of Allah and with humble words on the tongues of Muslims is a symbol of submission. Muslims enter the holy land with these words on their tongues, known as Talbiyah:
لَبَّيْكَ اَللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ – لَبَّيْكَ لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ – إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ – لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ
At Your service, Allah, at Your service. At Your service, You have no partner, at Your service. Truly all praise, favour and sovereignty is Yours. You have no partner.
Tawaf (Circumambulation)
An obligatory act of Umrah that shows the unity of all Muslims who circumambulate around the Kaaba. Tawaf indicates reverence and deep respect for the Kaaba. It includes certain steps to attain execution of Tawaf, including entering the sacred mosque, starting the Tawaf, and circulating seven times around the mosque. Tawaf is considered a pillar of Umrah. Following the Tawaf, Muslims proclaim Sa’i, which is walking between Safa and Marwa.
- Keep right shoulder exposed (Ramal) for men.
- Supplicate between Rukn Yamani and the Black Stone.
- Pray behind Maqam Ibrahim: Maqam Ibrahim is a small glass enclosure near the Kaaba; it has footprints of Hazrat Ibrahim (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ). At this point Muslims offer prayer constituting two Rakah. According to the Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ), pilgrims offer Surah Kafiron in the first Rakkah after Surah Fateha. Whereas they offer Surah Ikhlas in the second Rakkah after Surah Fatiha.
- Drink Zamzam water: Drinking zamzam water holds significant importance for its healing properties and spiritual benefits. According to the Sunnah of the holy prophet, Muslims should drink zamzam water with their right hand by saying Bismillah.
- Perform Sa’i: Perform Saii between Safa and Marwa mountains.
- Shave or trim hair (men) / trim a bit of hair (women): This act of hair shaving during Umrah varied for men and women. Basically, the purpose of this act is to beseech the mercy of Allah, as the Holy Prophet prayed for it.
Men: Men are required to shave their full head in this act of Halq are a quarter in Qasr.
Women: Women can trim their hair a Span.
