A journey of a lifetime
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam and is obligatory once in a lifetime for every Muslim adult who is able. It has a fixed order of rites. This is a short visual overview; follow your group's scholar for rulings.
- 1
Ihram
Set your intention, recite the Talbiyah and put on the Ihram garments at the miqat.
- 2
Tawaf al-Qudum
On arrival in Makkah, circle the Kaaba seven times, then pray two rak'ahs behind Maqam Ibrahim if you can.
- 3
Sa'i between Safa and Marwa
Walk seven laps, starting at Safa and ending at Marwa.
- 4
Mina, Day of Tarwiyah
On 8 Dhul-Hijjah, go to Mina, pray there and stay the night.
- 5
Arafah
On 9 Dhul-Hijjah, stay at Arafah until sunset in prayer and supplication. This is the heart of Hajj.
- 6
Muzdalifah
After sunset, move to Muzdalifah, spend the night and collect pebbles for the Jamarat.
- 7
Stoning Jamrat al-Aqabah
On 10 Dhul-Hijjah (Eid), throw seven pebbles, saying the Takbir with each.
- 8
Qurbani
Offer the sacrifice and share the meat with those in need.
- 9
Shaving or trimming
Shave or trim your hair, then leave the state of Ihram and change into everyday clothes.
- 10
Tawaf al-Ifadah
Return to Makkah and circle the Kaaba seven times, praying behind Maqam Ibrahim if you can.
- 11
Stoning the three Jamarat
Return to Mina and stone the three Jamarat on 11 and 12 Dhul-Hijjah, and on the 13th if you stay.
- 12
Tawaf al-Wada
Before leaving Makkah, circle the Kaaba seven times as a farewell.