Explanation

• Hajj was made compulsory in 9 A.H.
• It is the fifth pillar of Islam.
• It is obligatory once in a lifetime for Muslims who can afford it physically and financially.
• The word Hajj means “to intend” or “to set out for a journey.”
• Hajj is performed in Makkah during the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah.
• Mentioned in: Quran (Surah Al-Baqarah and Surah Aal-e-Imran)

Additional information:

• The first Hajj in Islam led by Muslims took place in 9 A.H.
• Prophet Muhammad performed the Farewell Hajj in 10 A.H.

Last verified on 10-05-2026

Explanation

• Pilgrims traditionally collect pebbles (Rami stones) at Muzdalifah for the stoning of the Jamarat.
• They collect these pebbles after leaving Arafat on the 9th of Zil-Hajj.
• The pebbles are used for Ramy-e-Jamarat in Mina.
• This ritual commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) rejection of Satan.

Last verified on 28-08-2026

Explanation

• Al Khaif Mosque is situated in Mina.
• It is largest mosque in Mina.
• Where pilgrims offer their prayers during their stay at Mina.
• It is 25,000 square meters in area and can accommodate 25,000 pilgrims.

Last verified on 28-08-2026

Explanation

• The distance between Masjid al-Haram and Mina is approximately 6 km according to the provided Hajj guide information.
• Mina → Arafat: approximately 13 km.
• Arafat → Muzdalifah: approximately 9 km.
• These distances are important for understanding the movement of pilgrims during the Mashair.

Last verified on 28-08-2026

Explanation

• Hajar-e-Aswad (Black Stone) is located in the southeastern corner of the Kaaba.
• Its direction is generally described as Eastern.
• Tawaf begins from the corner where Hajar-e-Aswad is situated.
• Pilgrims start each round of Tawaf by aligning with or gesturing toward the Black Stone.

Last verified on 28-08-2026

Explanation

• Tawaf-e-Ziyarat is a mandatory (Farz) ritual of Hajj.
• It can be performed from 10th Zil Hijjah until sunset of 12th Zil Hijjah.
• Its procedure is similar to the Tawaf of Umrah and requires Wudu.

Last verified on 28-08-2026

Explanation

Explanation

• Tawaf-e-Rukn is an obligatory (Farz) component of Hajj.
• It is also known as Tawaf-e-Ziyarat or Tawaf al-Ifadah.
• It is performed after Waqoof-e-Arafat (9th Dhul Hijjah) during Hajj.
• Without performing this Tawaf, Hajj is not completed.

Last verified on 30-06-2026

Explanation

• Zam Zam means "to stop."
• The Zamzam Well is located within the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
• It 20 meters (66 feet) east of the Kaaba.
• Millions of pilgrims visit the well each year during Hajj or Umrah to drink its water.

Last verified on 30-06-2026

Explanation

• The act of shaving the head during Hajj is called Halq (حلق).
• It is performed after completing the major rituals of Hajj.
• Halq symbolizes humility, obedience, and submission to Allah.
• It marks the completion of the state of Ihram.
• Men usually shave the entire head, while women trim a small portion of their hair (Taqsir).

Last verified on 12-07-2026