Hajj and Umrah
The Noble Ka’bah is also known as Baytullah (The House of Allah). It is the first building which was constructed for humanity to worship Allah (ﷻ). It acts as the Qibla, the direction to which all Muslims pray five times a day.
Allah Ta'ala says in the Noble Quran: "And announce to humanity, (O Ibrahim), the pilgrimage, and people will come from every part of the world by every means of transport – so that they may witness the benefits for them …” (Surah Hajj – Verse 27)
O guests of the Most Merciful! O fortunate ones! O travellers to the Haram! Congratulations on being invited by the Lord of the worlds! Be glad that He has invited you to His House! Not only that, but He has given you the provisions for travel and lodging.
Maulana Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Rahimahullah)
Maulana was requested to convey a message for the Muslims of America. His resounding message, delivered in Lucknow, India on 3 September 1983 is significant not only for the Muslims of America but for all Muslims residing in the West.
Hazrat Moulana Siddeeq Baandwi Saahib (RA) says, “My journey for Haj was very unique. I remember performing haj with just 1 300 Rupees. At that time I did not have sufficient money but had a domesticated ox which I sold to make the necessary arrangements.
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An accepted Hajj is defined in the example of a mother giving birth to her newborn infant...
1. Zul Hijjah is from the four sacred months of the Islamic Calender. The four sacred months are Dhul Qa’dah, Dhul Hijja, Muharram and Rajab. The rewards of any good deed done in these months are multiplied, and the sins committed in these months are also regarded as more serious.
