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Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and a sacred obligation that every Muslim must perform at least once in their lifetime if they are physically and financially able.
Each year, millions of Muslims from around the world travel to Saudi Arabia during the blessed month of Dhul-Hijjah to fulfill this spiritual journey of a lifetime.
For overseas Pakistanis residing in the UK, especially in Chicago and surrounding states, the opportunity to perform Hajj 2026 is now available with specially designed packages at affordable prices. These packages ensure that your pilgrimage is not only spiritually uplifting but also comfortable and stress-free.
Step-by-Step: How to Perform Hajj
1. Preparation Before Hajj
Set Your Intention (Niyyah): Perform Hajj solely for the sake of Allah (SWT).
Ihram: Before entering the Miqat (designated boundary), men wear two white unstitched cloths while women wear modest Islamic dress.
Talbiyah: Recite the supplication – “Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik...” – continuously after entering Ihram.
2. Arrival in Makkah – Tawaf al-Qudum
Upon reaching Masjid al-Haram, perform Tawaf al-Qudum (welcome Tawaf) by circling the Kaaba seven times.
After Tawaf, perform two rak’ahs of prayer near Maqam Ibrahim if possible.
Drink Zamzam water with the intention of healing and blessings.
3. Sa’i Between Safa and Marwah
Perform Sa’i, which means walking seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah.
Begin at Safa and end at Marwah, remembering Allah and making dua.
4. Day of Tarwiyah (8th Dhul-Hijjah) – Mina
Travel to Mina, a valley near Makkah.
Spend the day and night in prayer, dhikr, and rest, preparing for the following day.
5. Day of Arafah (9th Dhul-Hijjah)
Proceed to Arafat, where the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) delivered his farewell sermon.
Stand at Mount Arafat (Wuquf Arafah) from noon until sunset, making dua, dhikr, and asking for forgiveness.
This is the most important day of Hajj.
After sunset, travel to Muzdalifah, pray Maghrib and Isha combined, and spend the night under the open sky. Collect pebbles for the next day’s ritual.
6. Rami al-Jamarat (Stoning of the Devil) – 10th Dhul-Hijjah
Return to Mina and throw seven pebbles at the largest pillar (Jamrat al-Aqabah), symbolizing rejection of Shaytan.
After Rami, perform Qurbani (sacrifice of an animal).
Men shave or trim their hair; women cut a small portion of their hair. This marks partial exit from Ihram.
7. Tawaf al-Ifadah and Sa’i
Return to Makkah and perform Tawaf al-Ifadah, an essential pillar of Hajj.
Perform another Sa’i between Safa and Marwah (if required, depending on Hajj type).
8. Days of Tashreeq (11th–13th Dhul-Hijjah)
Spend these days in Mina.
Each day, throw seven pebbles at each of the three Jamarat (pillars).
Engage in prayer, Qur’an recitation, and remembrance of Allah.
9. Tawaf al-Wada (Farewell Tawaf)
Before leaving Makkah, perform the Farewell Tawaf (Tawaf al-Wada) as a final act of devotion.
Conclusion:
Performing Hajj is a deeply spiritual journey that requires preparation, patience, and sincerity. Each step has great significance, reminding Muslims of the sacrifices of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), his family, and the mercy of Allah (SWT).
May Allah grant every Muslim the opportunity to perform Hajj with ease and accept their pilgrimage.
