Chapter 09 - Book of Hajj

The Book of Hajj Questions & Answers - Chapter 09

What is Yaum Al-Nahr?

Yaum Al-Nahr is the 9 th day of Dul-Haijjah.

Yaum Al-Nahr is the 10th day of Dul-Haijjah.

Yaum Al-Nahr is the 11th day of Dul-Haijjah.

Why is it called Yaum Al-Nahr?

Yaum Al-Nahr means the day of slaughter because pilgrims will sacrifice their animals on this day.

Yaum Al-Nahr means the day of Eid because pilgrims will sacrifice their animals on this day.

Yaum Al-Nahr means the day of Hajj because pilgrims will perform most of the Hajj activities on this day.

From where should pilgrims collect their pebbles for Jamrat?

Pilgrims may collect their pebbles for stoning from Mina only.

Pilgrims may collect their pebbles for stoning from Muzdalifah or from Mina.

Pilgrims may collect their pebbles for stoning from Makkah only.

What is the size of the pebbles should the pilgrim collect to use for stoning?

The pebbles should be the middle of big about the size of an olive.

Stones for the rajm should be found in their natural or industrial state, rather than broken from larger rocks. The pebbles should be the size of a walnut.

Stones for the rajm should be found in their natural state, rather than broken from larger rocks. The pebbles should be the size of a pea.

When must pilgrims leave Muzdalifah to Mina on Yaum Al-Nahr?

The pilgrim departs from Muzdalifah after sunrise.

The pilgrim departs from Muzdalifah at sunrise exactlly.

The pilgrim departs from Muzdalifah before sunrise.

What are the rituals of Yaum Al-Nahr and what is the preferred order of performance according to the actions of the Prophet himself peace be upon him?

1. Throwing the pebbles at 'Jamrat Al-Aqabah' 2. Offering the sacrifice (Hady) 3. Al-Halq or Al-Taqsir - Shaving or shortening of the hair of the head 4. Performing Tawaf Ifadah 5. Performing Sae’ for Hajj Tamattu and for the other types of Hajj if they haven’t done it with Tawaf al-Qudoom 6. Returning to Mina for the days of Tashreeq

1. Throwing the pebbles at 'Jamrat Al-Aqabah'. 2. Al-Halq or Al-Taqsir - Shaving or shortening of the hair of the head. 3. Offering the sacrifice (Hady). 4. Performing Tawaf Ifadah. 5. Performing Sae’ for Hajj Tamattu and for the other types of Hajj if they haven’t done it with Tawaf al-Qudoom. 6. Returning to Mina for the days of Tashreeq.

When must pilgrims stop reciting the Talbiyah?

Pilgrims should continue their Talbiyah until they do their tawaf Ifaadh.

Pilgrims should continue their Talbiyah until they throw their first stone. This means the Talbiyah must be stopped when pilgrims reach Jamrahtu al-Aqabah and are about to throw their pebbles.

Pilgrims should continue their Talbiyah until sunset on the 10th of Dul-Hijjah.

Where do pilgrims do their stoning on Yaum al-Nahr?

Pilgrims throw their stones at Jamrahtu Al-Aqabah (Al-Jamrah Al- Kobra).

Pilgrims throw their stones at Jamrahtu Al-Sugra.

Pilgrims can throw their stones at any Jamrah its Ok, but its preferable to throw it at Jamrahtu Al-Aqabah (Al-Jamrah Al- Kobra).

How many pebbles should pilgrims throw on this day of Eid (Yaum al-Nahr)?

Only 8 pebbles.

Only 3 pebbles as Wajeb(obligatory), but you may do more till 7.

Only 7 pebbles.

What should a pilgrim say whenever throwing their pebble?

They should say “Allahu Akbar wa li Allah alhamd” with each throw.

They should say “Allahu Akbar” with each throw.

They should say “Allahu Akbar Kabeera ” with each throw.

Should pilgrims offer any supplication after throwing the pebbles at 'Jamrat Al-Aqabah'?

No, supplication is not required at this place.

Yes, short supplication is required at this place.

No, supplication is not obligatory at this place but recommended.

According to practice of the prophet (peace be upon him), Can the stone be thrown violently while cursing and insulting the Devil?

Yes, the sunnah is to throw your stone normally and violently.

No, the sunnah is to throw your stone normally and not violently.

No, the sunnah is to throw your stone violently.

What is the time for throwing the pebbles on the 10th of Dul-Hijjah?

The time for throwing at Jamrat Al-Aqabah on the day of Eid starts from sunrise and ends at sunset, according to Maliki. and It extends to midnight according to Hanafi, and till the end of Ayamu Tashreq for the Shafie and Hanbali. Also it is permissible to start it after midnight of Mazdalifa with a reason.

The time for throwing at Jamrat Al-Aqabah on the day of Nahr starts from sunrise and ends at sunset, according to Maliki. It is till midnight according to Hanafi, and till the end of Ayamu Tashreq for Shafie and Hanbali. Also, its permissible to start it after midnight of Mazdalifa with a reason.

Above are correct.

What is the time of throwing the pebbles on this day for pilgrims with physical challenges such as a sick pilgrims, women, and children?

For those who are weak and unable to cope with the crowding, the time is from sunrise of the Day of Muzdalifah.

For those who are weak and able to cope with the crowding, the time is from the end of the night of Muzdalifah.

For those who are weak and unable to cope with the crowding, the time is from the end of the night of Muzdalifah. Asma bint Abi Bakr (may Allah be pleased with her) used to watch out for the moonset on the eve of Eid, and when it had set, she would go from Muzdalifah to Mina and throw the Jamrah.

How late can a pilgrim delay throwing their pebbles on the Day of Eid?

If there is too much crowding, or a pilgrim is far away from the Jamraht location and wants to delay it until nighttime, it is permissible, but he should not delay it until noon on 11 Dhul-Hijjah.

If there is too much crowding, or a pilgrim is far away from the Jamraht location and wants to delay it until nighttime, it is permissible, but he should not delay it until dawn on 11 Dhul-Hijjah, best course of action is to pform it with your group.

If there isnt much crowding, or a pilgrim is not far away from the Jamraht location and wants to delay it until sunset, it is permissible, but he should not delay it until midnight on 10th of Dhul-Hijjah.

Does throwing pebbles require being in a state of Tahaara?

No, it is not a prerequisite but preferable.

Yes, it is a prerequisite.

No, it is not a prerequisite, having Tahaara or not will not affect your rami.

Can a female in the state of menstruation still throw their pebbles?

No, it is strongly dislikable for them to perform Rami in the state of menstruation, she can appoint someone to pelt on her behalf.

Yes, it is permissible for them to perform Rami in the state of menstruation like other pilgrims. She cannot appoint someone to pelt on her behalf.

Yes, it is permissible for them to perform Rami in the state of menstruation like other pilgrims. But it is better to appoint someone to pelt on her behalf.

In which condition can Rami be performed on behalf of others?

Pelting can be done on behalf of a pilgrim if he/she is physically challenged due to: 1. Children 2. Physical disability 3. Pregnancy 4. Sickness

Pelting can be done on behalf of a pilgrim if he/she is physically challenged due to: 1. Weakness due to age 2. Physical disability 3. Pregnancy 4. female in the state of menstruation 5. Sickness

Pelting can be done on behalf of a pilgrim if he/she is physically challenged due to: 1. Weakness due to age 2. Physical disability 3. Pregnancy 4. Sickness

Can a pilgrim appoint someone to preform Rami on their behalf if they are feeling apprehensive or anxious about the ritual?

No, this is not a justification to have Rami performed on your behalf. If you are feeling apprehensive or anxious about the ritual, then try to perform Rami at a time when it is less crowded. If you appoint someone to pelt on your behalf for this reason, it will not be valid and will incur a penalty.

Yes, this is a justification to have Rami performed on your behalf. If you are feeling apprehensive or anxious about the ritual. If you appoint someone to pelt on your behalf for this reason, it will be valid as well.

Yes, this is not a justification to have Rami performed on your behalf. If you are not feeling sick, apprehensive, or anxious about the ritual, then try to perform Rami at a time when it is less crowded. If you appoint someone to pelt on your behalf for this reason you must pay him.

What is the policy of pelting on behalf of someone else?

Firstly, pelt your seven pebbles at the Jamaraht, one pebble at a time. Then, pelt the seven pebbles for the person you are deputising for, all seven at once.

Firstly, pelt your first pebble at the Jamaraht for yourself, then second for Him, and so on until you complete 7 pebbles for each.

Firstly, pelt your seven pebbles at the Jamaraht, one pebble at a time. Then, pelt the seven pebbles for the person you are deputising for, one pebble at a time.

Offering the sacrifice of Hady

Does the performer of Hajj Tamattu offer a Hady for his Hajj?

Yes, it is Wajeb for Hajj Tamattu and Hajj Qiran. However, it is sunnah for those who are performing Hajj Ifrad.

Yes, it is Mustahab(likeable) for Hajj Tamattu and Hajj Qiran. However, it is Wajeb for those who are performing Hajj Ifrad.

Yes, it is Wajeb for Hajj Tamattu. However, it is sunnah for those who are performing Hajj Ifrad and Qiran.

What is the meaning of the Hady in Hajj?

Hady is a sacrifice done in Makkah (Haram zone), of specific types of animals and to be offered in the Haram to feed the poor.

Hady is a sacrifice of animal to be offered in the Haram to feed the poor.

The above are wrong.

When is Hady Performed?

Hady can be preformed after Rami

Hady Must be preformed before Rami

Hady is preformed at noon on the Day of Nahr.

What is the meaning of the Fidiah in Hajj?

Fidiah in Hajj is a compensation/expiation for fixing shortcomings of Hajj. If you missed a specific action or breached a Hajj relayed law.

Fidyah “expiation”, is a compensation/ransom for a missed action or a violation of a Hajj-related law.

Above are correct.

What should a pilgrim do if he is not sure about if he should pay Fidiah for an action that he missed?

He must check with his Imam or group leader in Hajj.

He should do it anyway to be on the safe side.

If he is not sure, then just must forget about it.

What is the meaning of Al-Halq?

Al-Halq or Al-Taqsir - Shaving or shortening of the hair of the head.

It means the act of shaving or shorten the entire head hair.

It means the act of shaving the entire head hair.

It means the act of shaving part of head hair (sides and back of the head).

What is the meaning of Al-Taqsir in Hajj or Umrah?

It refers to the trimming of the hair of the head, equally everywhere.

It refers to the trimming of the hair of the head, equally on both sides.

It refers to the trimming of the hair of the head, on top, and shaving sides and back.

Can a pilgrim trim/ shave just part of the head hair?

No, it must be done equally for entire hair on the head.

Its prohibited by the prophet peace be upon him and this called “GAZA” Qa’Za.

Above are correct.

What is the ruling on leaving some of the hair longer than the rest?

Its dislike and must pay Fidya.

Its sunnah to make nice style.

The one who cuts his hair on the sides of his head more than the middle comes under the heading of qaza’, which is forbidden. Al-Bukhaari and Muslim (narrated from Ibn ‘Umar that the Messenger of Allaah (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) forbade qaza’. Naafi’ (one of the narrators of the hadeeth) said, explaining qaza’: Shaving part of a boy’s head and leaving part.

What is the best between Al-Halq or Taqsir?

The Taqsir is best, if your hair grows slowly.

The Halq is best, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) made supplication three times for those who perform Halq and once for the one with Taqsir.

Both are equal in Umrah, but in Hajj the Halq is best, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) made supplication three times for those who perform Halq and once for the one with Taqsir.

What about Halq or Taqsir for those without head hair?

Pilgrim with no hair on their head, simply this ritual is not applicable for them.

Pilgrim with no hair on their head, should pay Fidya.

Pilgrim with no hair on their head, simply passing a razor over their head will suffice.

Do women have a choice between al-Halq or al-Taqsir?

Women can chose just like men, however al-Taqsir is best for them.

Women do not perform al-Halq fully in Hajj, only for medical reason.

Women do not perform Halq i.e., have their heads shaved. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ forbade women to shave their heads.

Are women in menstruation also required to perform al-Taqsir or should they wait until being pure?

Women in a state of menstruation must also cut their hair.

Women in a state of menstruation must not cut their hair.

Women in a state of menstruation have a choice.

Can pilgrims cut their own hair, or does it have to be through someone else?

Men and women may cut their own hair to exit from the state of Ihram.

Women may cut their own hair to exit from the state of Ihram, but not men.

Men may cut their own hair to exit from the state of Ihram.

When will the Ihram restrictions be lifted in Hajj if you are preforming the Hajj rituals with Tarteeb (order)?

Ihram restrictions will be lifted after shaving the hair, marital relations will only become lawful after performing Tawaf Ifadah (al-Ziyarah).

Ihram restrictions will be lifted after shaving or cutting the hair, marital relations will only become lawful after performing Tawaf Ifadah (al-Ziyarah).

Ihram restrictions will be lifted after shaving or cutting the hair, marital relations will only become lawful after performing Tawaf Ifadah (al-Ziyarah) and returned to Mina.

When is the best time for performing Tawaf al-Ifadah?

Performing Tawaf Ifadah.
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The best time for performing this Tawaf is after noon, after preforming Rami, Hady and Taqsir on the Day of Nahr, the 10th of Zhul-Hijjah.

The best time for performing this Tawaf is after preforming Rami, Hady and Halq on the first day of Tashreeq, on the 11th of Zhul-Hijjah.

The best time for performing this Tawaf is after the sunrise after preforming Rami, Hady and Halq or Taqsir on the Day of Nahr, the 10th of Zhul-Hijjah.

Is it permissible to make Tawaf Ifada after the Day of Nahr?

Yes, it is permissible and can be done on the 11th, 12th and before the sunset of the 13th of Dul-Hijjah. But, can also be done until end of Dul Hijjah according to the most majority of Imams.

Yes, it is permissible and can be done on the 11th, 12th and before the sunset of the 13th of Dul-Hijjah. But, can also be done until the end of Dul Hijjah according to Imam Malik.

No, it is not permissible and must be done before the sunrise of the 11th of Dul-Hijjah.

Is there any Fidyah if it is completed after the 13th of Dul-Hijjah?

According to the Hanafi madhab, yes and it must be the slaughtering of an animal. But other schools of thought have agreed that there is no need to do that.

According to the Maliki madhab, yes and it must be the slaughtering of an animal. But other schools of thought have agreed that there is no need to do that.

No, according to the Hanafi madhab, but it is advisable to slaughter an animal. But other schools of thought have agreed that there is no need to do that.

Is it allowed for women and pilgrims with reasons to perform Tawaf Ifadah right after midnight after leaving Muzalifah?

Yes, for women it is desirable to perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah as late as possible on the Day of Nahr if they fear they will begin to menstruate.

No, for women it is disliked to perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah after midnight after leaving Muzalifah on the Day of Nahr if they fear they will begin to menstruate, but it’s acceptable.

Yes, for women it is desirable to perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah as early as possible on the Day of Nahr if they fear they will begin to menstruate.

Can female pilgrims take medicine to delay their period while performing Hajj or Umrah?

No, because there is a possibility of some harm in a female pilgrim using any medicine to delay her period to perform Hajj or Umrah.

Yes, there is no harm in a female pilgrim using any medicine to delay her period to perform Hajj or Umrah. Its perfectly permissible.

Yes, there is no harm in a female pilgrim using any medicine to delay her period to perform Hajj or Umrah but must pay Fidyah.

What is the difference in performance between Tawaf al-Ifadah and Tawaf Al-Qudoom?

In Tawaf Al-Ifadah, there is no Idibaa or Raml. Also, it can be done with regular clothes.

In Tawaf Al-Ifadah, there is no Idibaa but Raml. Also, it can be done with regular clothes.

In Tawaf Al-Ifadah, there is no Idibaa or Raml. Also, it is sunnah to performed with regular Ihram clothes.

Is performing Sae Al-Hajj Mustahab for Hajj Tamattu?

Yes, it is highly mustahab (likable).

No, it is Rukn and must be done after performing Tawaf Ifadah.

No, it is Rukn and must be done before performing Tawaf Ifadah.

For Hajj Al-Qiran and Hajj Al-Ifrad, when should pilgrims perform their Sae Al-Hajj?

They have the choice to perform it after Tawaf Al-Qudoom or Tawaf Al-Ifadah.

They have the choose to perform it after Tawaf Al-Qudoom (this better choice) or Tawaf Al-Ifadah.

They have no choice to perform it after Tawaf Al-Qudoom. It is called Tawaf Al-Hajj, therefore it must be done after Tawaf Ifadah(Al-Hajj).

Action to perform on Day of Nahr, 10th of Dhul-Hijjah:

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Moving from Muzdalifah to Mina before the sunrise (after you pray Fajr) with tranquility and calmness.

Moving from Muzdalifah to Mina after the sunrise (after completion of your Duaa) with tranquility and calmness.

The time for throwing at Jamrat Al-Aqabah on the day of Nahr starts from sunrise and ends at sunset, according to Maliki, and till midnight according to Hanafi, and till end of Ayamu Tashreq for Shafie and Hanbali. Also its permissible to start it after midnight of Mazdalifa with a reason.

Occupying yourself with Talbiah until you reach Jamrat al-Aqaba. Then you stand facing Jamrat al-Aqaba so that Mina is to your right side and Makkah to your left side. Then you throw your seven pebbles one by one raising your hand at each one and making Takbeer. (raising your hand above your shoulder to throw your pebbles, not from the side or otherwise.)

After throwing the pebbles, comes the turn to offer Hady (slaughter of the animal). Nowadays, this will be arranged through the Hajj organizer.

Trimming the hair on your head, and this must be done on the whole head, not in certain spots. For the women, they must cut their hair the size of an Anmulah (size of the finger, around 3 inch as minimum).

Shaving or trimming the hair on your head, and this must be done on the whole head, not in certain spots. For the women, they must cut their hair the size of an Anmulah (size of 1/3 of the finger, around 1 inch).

After throwing the pebbles and cutting the hair the pilgrim will enter the stage of the First Tahleel (everything is permissible except intimate relations).

With the First Tahleel becomes permissible using unscented soaps for cleaning and perfume (for men).

With the First Tahleel becomes permissible using scented soaps for cleaning and perfume (for men).

After Visiting The Great Mosque and performing Tawaf al-Ifada (Ziyarah), everything becomes permissible and the pilgrim will exit the state of ihram.

After Tawaf Al-Ifadah pilgrims should perform Sai between Safa and Marwa hills if they are mutamati’, mufrid, and qarin, who has performed Sai with the first Tawaf (Tawaf al-Qudum).

After Tawaf Al-Ifadah pilgrims should perform Sai between Safa and Marwa hills if they are mutamati’, also for mufrid, and qarin, who hasn’t performed Sai with the first Tawaf (Tawaf al-Qudum).

The Sunnah on the Day of Nahr is throwing the pebbles, then the slaughter of the animal, then shaving or trimming the hair on the head. Lastly, Tawaf al-Ifada (Ziyarah) and then finally returning to Mina. However, if a pilgrim performs the above actions in a different order, it is also permissible as the prophet (ﷺ peace and blessings be upon him) permitted it as mentioned previously.

Fidiah in Hajj is a compensation/expiation for fixing shortcomings of Hajj. If you missed a specific action or breached a Hajj relayed law.

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