Leave a comment The Book of Hajj Questions & Answers - Chapter 06 When is the Day of Tarwiyah in the Islamic calendar? The day of Tarwiyah is the 8th day of Dul-hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar, however pilgrims should arrive to Mina before noon. The day of Tarwiyah is the 8th day of Dul-hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. The day of Tarwiyah is the 8th day of Dul-hijjah, started after midnight the last month of the Islamic calendar Where will a pilgrim performing Hajj Tamattu enter the state of Ihram? The pilgrim of Hajj Tamattu will assume his Ihram at his Mina tent. The pilgrim of Hajj Tamattu will assume his Ihram at his residency in Makkah. When is Ihram assumed for Hajj Tamattu? What part of the day? It is after the noon prayers in Yawmu Tarwiyah. It is before the sunrise in Yawmu Tarwiyah. It is after the sunrise on Yawmu Tarwiyah. How is Ihram assumed for Hajj Tamattu? Assuming Ihram is the same way as the pilgrim did at the Haram zone in terms of purification, clothing and what becomes prohibited acts. But, his Niyyah (intention) will be for Umrah & Hajj. Assuming Ihram is the same way as the pilgrim did at the Miqat in terms of purification, clothing and what becomes prohibited acts. But, his Niyyah (intention) will be for Hajj. Assuming Ihram is the same way as the pilgrim did at the Miqat in terms of purification, clothing and what becomes prohibited acts. But, no need for Niyyah (intention) this time. What does the pilgrim recite for his Niyyah for Hajj? He will recite “لبيك حجاً”, “Labayk Hajjian”. He will recite “نويت حجاً”, “Nawaitu Hajjian”. He will recite “لبيك اللهم حجا مباركا ً”, “Labayk Alahumah Hajjian Mubaraka”. Is there is any Tawaf al-Wadaa for a pilgrim before leaving Makkah for Hajj on the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah? No, it is a clear action against the Sunnah. The Prophet (peace be upon him) did not do this, nor did any one of his companions report of the performing of Tawaf al-Wadaa before Hajj as pilgrims leave to Mina. It is worth mentioning that Mina and Muzdalifah are part of a large Haram zone (part of Makkah region). Yes, it is a clear action from the Sunnah. Yes, it is a recommended Sunnah, to preform Tawaf, while you are entering or leaving Makkah. When should a pilgrim arrive to Mina on Yawmu Al-Tarwiyah? The pilgrim should arrive to Mina on Yawmu Al-Tarwiyah before sunrise. The pilgrim should arrive to Mina on Yawmu Al-Tarwiyah afternoon. The pilgrim should arrive to Mina on Yawmu Al-Tarwiyah before noon. How should a pilgrim perform his obligatory prayers in Mina on the Day of Tarwiya? He must shorten the prayers (Duhr, Asr,) to two rakaa, and pray each obligatory prayer on its proposed time. The pilgrim must not join prayers (Dhuhr with Asr), But can join Maghrib with Isha, while making sure to pray in congregation and making sure to pray Witr. He must shorten the prayers with 4 rakaa’ to two rakaa (Duhr, Asr, Isha), and pray each obligatory prayer on its proposed time. The pilgrim must not join prayers (Dhuhr with Asr and Maghrib with Isha) while making sure to pray in congregation and making sure to pray Witr. He must shorten the prayers with 4 rakaa’ to two rakaa (Duhr, Asr, Isha), and pray each obligatory prayer on its proposed time. However the pilgrim can join prayers (Dhuhr with Asr and Maghrib with Isha) while making sure to pray in congregation and making sure to pray Witr. What actions are recommended in Mina other than shortening the obligatory prayers? It is recommended to use your time wisely and to engage in constant repetition of Talbiya and the remembrance of Allah. It is recommended to use your time wisely and to learn about Hajj deeply and preform long night prayers. It is recommended to use your time wisely and to eat and rest yourself to be ready for next days. What are the recommendations for men while in Mina? Men should show modesty by covering their upper and lower body. There is Idibaa, but not during obligatory prayers. Men should show modesty by covering their lower body, but upper body is Ok to uncover it. Idibaa is Ok. Men should show modesty by covering their upper and lower body specially in present of women. There is no Idibaa. Action to perform in Mina on 8th of Dul-Hijjah: (Mark True or false for the following statement) It is preferred to make ghusl and perfume oneself before ihram. It is Rukn(essential obligation) to make ghusl and its disliked to perfume oneself before ihram. It is sunnah for the “Mutamati’” to make Ihram before midday (the sun passes its zenith). The pilgrim should not arrive to Mina on Yawmu Al-Tarwiyah before noon. Make the intention of wearing ihram for Hajj by saying: “لبيك حجاً”, and if they were afraid of an obstacle that prevents them from completing their Hajj they say : “فإن حبسني حابس فمحلي حيث حبستني” meaning “and if there was an obstacle preventing me from completing the Hajj, then I exit the state of Ihram at the occurrence of such obstacle”, and if they were not afraid then they are not required to say it. Make way to Mina on the 8th of Dhul Hijjah and stay at least until the sunset of the 9th, and you may leave the area before sunrise and praying 5 prayers in it. Make way to Mina on the 8th of Dhul Hijjah and stay until the night of the 9th, and do not leave the area until after sunrise and praying 5 prayers in it. Constant repetition of Talbiya and remembrance of Allah is recommended. The repetition of Talbiya and remembrance of Allah only after obligatory prayers. Shorten the prayers that contain 4 rakats to 2 rakats (Duhr, Asr, Isha) without joining prayers (Dhur to Asr and Maghrib to Isha) while making sure to pray in congregation and making sure to pray Witr. Keep in Mind: (Mark True or false for the following statement) It is especially important to take a good rest and make sure to sleep early (right after Isha), as the coming days are busy days, and full of activities requiring sound physical health and lots of energy. Preform long night prayers. and make sure to remind your group to make it. Be extra caring and considerate to pilgrims around you; no disturbance, no side dialogues, no loud voice, no argument, etc… Avoid all these actions. Always make sure to maintain a sound Hajj behavior and focus on connecting with the Almighty and get closer to Him. Mina is a place with great tests as you will be out of your comfort zone in terms of accommodation. In addition, you will live in a tent which is crowded with many other pilgrims. A tent is not like a building so it may be affected by the weather such as rain, wind, etc. Washroom facilities may not be as easily accessible as a hotel or the comfort of your home due to the number of pilgrims. As previously mentioned, it is a place with great tests so if a pilgrim is patient and in submission to Allah for the short period in Mina, there will be a great reward insha’Allah. Some common mistakes: (Mark True or false for the following statement) Yes Idibaa in Mina, “الإضباعAl-Idibaa” – the revealing of the right shoulder for men when in ihram and during tawaf, after completing the 4th round of tawaf, men should cover their both shoulders, they may uncover it in Mina. No Idibaa in Mina, “الإضباعAl-Idibaa” – the revealing of the right shoulder for men when in ihram and during tawaf (circumambulation) only, after completing the 7th round of tawaf, men should cover their both shoulders again. Some male pilgrims pray with only the bottom portion of the ihram garment, and that is not permissible as the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him and his family) said: “Let not one of you pray with one piece of garment that does not cover his shoulder.” [Agreed upon] Some pilgrims think that the Ihram cloth is not to be changed until completing your Hajj /Umrah even if it becomes dirty. However, this is false, and the correct way is replacing it with a new Ihram or you may wash the one you have. Neglecting to increase the recitation of the Quran in those holy places. Abandoning spending the night of Arafa (before the day of Arafa) in Mina without acceptable excuse. 1 out of 13 Your Name(Optional) Your Email(Optional) Time's up
