Performing Umrah is a spiritually fulfilling journey. Here is a simple, easy-to-understand Umrah guide for first-time travelers, including essential Umrah steps, duas, and the complete Umrah procedure in order.
Step 1: Intention (Niyyat) and Ihram
- Make Niyyah for Umrah:
"Allahumma inni uridul umrata fa yassirha li wataqabbalha minni."
- Wear Ihram before crossing the Miqat.
- Recite the Talbiyah:
"Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik, Labbaika Laa Shareeka Laka Labbaik. Innal Hamda Wan Ni’mata Laka Wal Mulk, Laa Shareeka Lak."
This is the first step in the Umrah karne ka tarika and should be done with sincerity.
Step 2: Tawaf of the Kaaba
- Enter Masjid al-Haram and perform Tawaf (7 rounds) around the Kaaba in an anti-clockwise direction.
- Start from the Black Stone (Hajr-e-Aswad).
- Recite duas during each round (refer to a step-by-step Umrah dua book or app for details).
Step 3: Pray Two Rakat at Maqam Ibrahim
- After Tawaf, offer 2 Rakat Salah behind Maqam Ibrahim, if possible.
Step 4: Drink Zamzam Water
- Drink Zamzam water and make dua for health, forgiveness, and peace.
Step 5: Sa’i Between Safa and Marwah
- Walk 7 times between the hills of Safa and Marwah.
- Begin at Safa, end at Marwah.
- Recite duas during the walk, remembering Allah's mercy and Hajar’s struggle.
Step 6: Hair Cutting (Halq or Taqsir)
- Men: Shave head (Halq) or trim hair (Taqsir).
- Women: Cut a small portion (around 1 inch) from the end of the hair.
After this, Umrah is complete. Exit Ihram and continue your stay in Makkah for Ziyarat or prayers.
Conclusion
Umrah is a spiritual journey that brings peace, blessings, and closeness to Allah.
Knowing each step — from wearing Ihram to completing Tawaf and Sa’i — makes the experience easier and more meaningful, especially for first-time travelers.
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