Performing Umrah according to the Sunnah from Bangladesh

Step-by-step guide to performing Umrah according to the Sunnah

We will discuss how our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ performed Umrah in his life. As Muslims, we are encouraged to follow the Sunnah of our Prophet and complete the Umrah following his path step by step. In this blog, we will provide a step-by-step guide to perform the whole Umrah journey according to Sunnah-

1. Preparation and entering the state of Ihram

Ihram is the sacred state a pilgrim enters before beginning Umrah. Pilgrims must enter the state of Ihram before the Miqat (entry boundary). The other preparations and rituals are -

• Performing Ghusl: Pilgrims may take a bath, trim their nails, and remove body hair.
• Wearing Ihram clothes: Men must wear two white unstitched clothes, and women can wear any modest, loose-fitting attire without a face veil or gloves. Men must not cover their heads with a cap, turban, or cloth (no head covering at all).
• Making Intention: Pilgrims may make intention (Niyyah) by saying “Labbayk Allahumma Umrah”.
• Reciting the Talbiyah: Pilgrims then begin reciting the Talbiyah - “Labbayk Allahumma labbayk, labbayk la sharika laka labbayk…”

From this point, certain things become prohibited, such as cutting hair or nails, applying perfume, and engaging in marital relations.

3. Tawaf (circling the Ka‘bah)

Pilgrims may proceed to perform Tawaf after entering Masjid al-Haram(Kaaba) in Makkah. Each circuit begins by facing the Black Stone (al-Hajar al-Aswad), saying:

“Bismillah, Allahu Akbar.”

If touching or kissing the Black Stone is not possible due to crowds, raise your right hand towards it and say “Allahu Akbar.”

Men uncover their right shoulder during Tawaf (this is called Idtiba) and walk briskly in the first three rounds (Ramal). Between the Yemeni Corner and the Black Stone, it is Sunnah to recite:

“Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah wa fil-akhirati hasanah wa qina 'adhab an-nar” (Qur’an 2:201)

Focus on prayer, reflection, and dhikr. There are no specific du‘as required for each round, so speak from the heart.

3. Prayer and drinking Zamzam

Pilgrims may pray two rakat salat behind Maqam Ibrahim (if possible). It is recommended to recite Surah Al-Kafirun and Surah Al-Ikhlas. Then proceed to drink Zamzam water, which is blessed and a Sunnah act. Drink it while facing the Qiblah and make personal supplications. The Prophet ﷺ said-

“Zamzam is for whatever it is drunk for” (Ibn Majah)

4. Sa‘i between Safa and Marwah

Next is Sa‘i, walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah, located within the Haram Sharif. Begin at Safa, face the Ka‘bah, and declare:

“Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar…”, followed by personal prayers.

Walk to Marwah (this is one lap), then back to Safa. Complete seven laps in total, ending at Marwah. Between two green lights in the Sa‘i area, men jog lightly, while women walk normally throughout.

Each time you reach Safa or Marwah, face the Qiblah and make heartfelt du‘a. The Sa‘i commemorates the story of Hajar (peace be upon her), who ran in search of water for her son Isma'il. Her perseverance is honored through this sacred ritual.

5. Halq/Taqsir

The final act of Umrah is to shave or trim the hair. Once the hair is cut, all Ihram restrictions are lifted. The process of Halq-

• Men: Strongly encouraged to shave their entire head (Halq) or at least trim all (Taqsir).
• Women: Should cut a fingertip-length (2-3 cm) from the end of their hair.

Tips according to Sunnah for a spiritual Umrah

To make your Umrah more spiritually uplifting and aligned with the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, consider the following Sunnah-based tips:

• Renew your intention
• Recite the Talbiyah frequently
• Engage in abundant dhikr (remembrance of Allah)
• Make heartfelt du’a throughout
• Follow the Sunnah in dress and modesty
• Pray in the Haram as much as possible
• Show kindness and patience
• Avoid innovations (Bid’ah)
• Make time for gratitude and reflection
• Continue good habits after Umrah

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