How to Perform Hajj - Step by Step Guide 2024

Summary

This video script provides a detailed guide on the Hajj pilgrimage, explaining its significance and rituals. It outlines the six-day journey from the 8th to the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah, detailing the specific rites performed each day, such as staying in Mina, praying in Arafah, stoning at Jamarat, and performing Tawaf in Mecca. The script also describes the different types of Hajj, intentions for Hajj, and practical tips for pilgrims, emphasizing patience, preparation, and spiritual focus to ensure a meaningful and fulfilling pilgrimage experience.

Takeaways

• 🕋 Every year, thousands of pilgrims travel to the Kaaba to perform Hajj, seeking Allah's forgiveness and pleasure.
• 📅 Hajj rituals occur over six days and five nights, from the 8th to the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah, with some pilgrims leaving on the 12th.
• 👕 On the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims don ihram clothes, make their intention for Hajj, and travel to Mina, where they stay overnight.
• 🏜️ On the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, known as the Day of Arafah, pilgrims travel to Arafah, stay there for prayer and supplication, then move to Muzdalifah at sunset.
• ⚖️ On the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims throw pebbles at Jamara al-Aqaba, perform an animal sacrifice, have their hair cut, and perform Tawaf and Sa'i in Makkah.
• 🪨 From the 11th to the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims perform the stoning of the three Jamara in Mina each day.
• 🕯️ There are three types of Hajj: Qiran, Tamattu, and Ifrad, each with specific rituals and intentions.
• 🌅 The Day of Arafah is considered the most important day of Hajj, marked by prayer, supplication, and seeking forgiveness.
• ✋ Pilgrims are required to perform various rites, including Tawaf (circling the Kaaba) and Sa'i (walking between Safa and Marwah), to complete their Hajj.
• 🧳 Essential preparations for Hajj include having valid documents, necessary vaccinations, sufficient funds, appropriate clothing, and a clear intention for the pilgrimage.

Q & A

What is the significance of the Hajj pilgrimage?

The Hajj pilgrimage is a command from Allah, fulfilled by Muslims around the world. It includes performing rituals at the Kaaba, laid by Allah's friend, and follows the practices of Prophet Muhammad during his final Hajj in 10th Hijrah.

How long does the Hajj pilgrimage last?

The Hajj pilgrimage lasts over a period of six days and five nights, from the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah to the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah.

What are the key activities performed on the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah, known as Yom Tarwiyah?

On the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims wear ihram clothes, make their intention for Hajj, travel to Mina, perform daily prayers, and stay overnight in a tent.

What is the importance of Yom Arafah during Hajj?

Yom Arafah, the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, is considered the most important day of Hajj. Pilgrims spend the day in Arafah, praying and supplicating to Allah, which is a critical rite of the pilgrimage.

What do pilgrims do on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, known as Yomun Nahar?

On the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims throw seven pebbles at Jamara al-Aqaba, perform an animal sacrifice, have their hair cut, and perform Tawaf and Sa'i in Mecca. They then return to Mina.

What are the different types of Hajj a pilgrim can perform?

The three types of Hajj are Hajj Qiran (Umrah and Hajj with one intention), Hajj Tamattu (Umrah and Hajj with two separate intentions), and Hajj Ifrad (Hajj only with one intention).

What is the significance of the stoning ritual during Hajj?

The stoning ritual, performed at the three Jamarat, symbolizes the rejection of evil and commemorates the actions of Prophet Ibrahim. It is performed from the 10th to the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah.

What is the practice for pilgrims staying in Mina during Ayam al-Tashreeq?

During Ayam al-Tashreeq (11th to 13th of Dhul-Hijjah), pilgrims stay in Mina, perform the stoning rituals at the three Jamarat each day, and spend time supplicating and seeking forgiveness from Allah.

What must a pilgrim do if they cannot perform the Tawaf al-Ifadah on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah?

If a pilgrim cannot perform the Tawaf al-Ifadah on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, they can perform it between the 11th and 13th of Dhul-Hijjah or at a later date within the month of Dhul-Hijjah.

What preparations should a pilgrim make before embarking on Hajj?

Preparations include ensuring passport validity, taking required vaccinations, reading Hajj literature, clearing debts, preparing funds, writing a will, and gathering necessary items like ihram clothes, money belt, sandals, sleeping bag, and personal hygiene items.

Outlines

00:00

😀 Introduction to Hajj

This paragraph introduces the concept of Hajj, emphasizing the annual pilgrimage made by thousands of Muslims to the Kaaba in Mecca. It highlights the purpose of Hajj, which includes seeking Allah's forgiveness and fulfilling religious duties. The paragraph outlines the timeline and key rituals of Hajj, including the wearing of Ihram clothing, performing Tawaf, and following the practices of Prophet Muhammad during his final Hajj.

05:01

😀 Types of Hajj

This paragraph details the different types of Hajj: Hajj Qiran, Hajj Tamattu, and Hajj Ifrad. Each type is described with its unique characteristics, such as the sequence of performing Umrah and Hajj, the intentions made by the pilgrims, and the specific rituals involved. The paragraph also explains the significance of the intentions and recitations made by the pilgrims during Hajj.

10:01

😀 Rituals and Significance of Arafah

This paragraph focuses on the Day of Arafah, one of the most important days in the Hajj pilgrimage. It describes the activities performed by pilgrims at Arafah, including prayers, supplications, and seeking forgiveness from Allah. The paragraph highlights the virtues of Arafah, referencing Hadiths that emphasize its significance in Islam, such as forgiveness of sins and freedom from the fire of Hell.

15:03

😀 Detailed Hajj Rituals

This paragraph provides a detailed account of the various rituals performed during the days of Hajj. It covers the activities from the 8th to the 13th of Dhu al-Hijjah, including stoning at Jamarat, sacrificing an animal, and performing Tawaf. The paragraph offers practical advice for pilgrims, such as staying prepared, managing their time, and maintaining patience. It also outlines the sequence of rituals and their spiritual significance.

20:04

😀 Preparations and Prohibitions

This paragraph advises pilgrims on how to prepare for Hajj, listing essential items to bring and actions to take before embarking on the journey. It includes a checklist for ensuring a smooth pilgrimage experience. Additionally, the paragraph outlines prohibitions during the state of Ihram, such as using perfume, cutting nails, and engaging in intimate activities. The emphasis is on maintaining the sanctity of the pilgrimage and approaching it with a clear intention and patience.

Keywords

💡Hajj

Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, considered one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetime if they are physically and financially capable. The video explains that Hajj is performed with the hope of attaining Allah's forgiveness and pleasure, and involves various rituals such as Tawaf and stoning the pillars.

💡Kaaba

The Kaaba is a building at the center of Islam's most important mosque, Al-Masjid al-Haram, in Mecca. It is the most sacred site in Islam. During Hajj, Muslims perform Tawaf, which involves walking around the Kaaba seven times in a counterclockwise direction. The foundations of the Kaaba were laid by Allah's friend, and it serves as the qibla, the direction Muslims face during prayer.

💡Tawaf

Tawaf is one of the Islamic rituals of pilgrimage. During Hajj and Umrah, Muslims are required to walk around the Kaaba seven times in a counterclockwise direction. This act symbolizes the unity of the believers in the worship of the One God. The video mentions that pilgrims perform Tawaf of the Kaaba as part of the Hajj rituals.

💡Arafah

Arafah is a plain about 20 kilometers southeast of Mecca. The Day of Arafah, the ninth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, is considered the pinnacle of the Hajj pilgrimage. Pilgrims gather in Arafah to pray and seek forgiveness from Allah. The video highlights that staying in Arafah and supplicating to Allah is the most important right for Hajj.

💡Ihram

Ihram is a sacred state which a Muslim must enter in order to perform the major pilgrimage (Hajj) or the minor pilgrimage (Umrah). The state of Ihram involves wearing special white garments and abstaining from certain actions. The video explains that pilgrims wear Ihram clothes and make their intention for Hajj at the beginning of the pilgrimage.

💡Mina

Mina is a neighborhood of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. It is known for the role it plays during the Hajj pilgrimage. Pilgrims stay in Mina during the Hajj, where they perform their daily prayers and spend the night in tents. The video details that on the 8th of Dhu al-Hijjah, pilgrims move to Mina to begin the Hajj rites.

💡Zamzam

Zamzam is the name of a well located within the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, believed to be a miraculously generated source of water from God. It is significant in Islam as it is associated with the story of Hagar and her son Ishmael. The video mentions the Day of Tarwiyah, during which pilgrims drink Zamzam water.

💡Jamaraat

The Jamaraat are three stone pillars in Mina that represent the devil. During Hajj, pilgrims throw pebbles at these pillars in a ritual called Rami al-Jamaraat. The video describes that pilgrims throw seven pebbles at the Jamaraat as part of the Hajj rituals, symbolizing the rejection of evil.

💡Qiran

Hajj Qiran is one of the three types of Hajj a pilgrim can choose. It involves performing Umrah and Hajj with one intention, staying in the state of Ihram between the two rituals. The video explains that pilgrims performing Hajj Qiran will stay in Ihram throughout and perform both Umrah and Hajj rites.

💡Tawaf al-Ifadah

Tawaf al-Ifadah is a fundamental rite of Hajj that involves circling the Kaaba after the Day of Arafah. It is also known as the Tawaf of Hajj. The video highlights that after throwing pebbles at Jamaraat and performing animal sacrifice, pilgrims perform Tawaf al-Ifadah as part of the Hajj completion.

Highlights

Thousands of pilgrims make their way to the house of Allah in a state of humbleness with hope of attaining his forgiveness and pleasure.

Muslims from around the world visit the Kaaba to fulfill the command of Allah, complete the hajj rituals, and make tawaf of the Kaaba.

The rites of hajj take place over a period of six days and five nights from the 8th to the 13th of the Hijjah.

On the 8th of Dulhajja, known as Yom Tarawi, pilgrims wear ihram clothes and make their intention for hajj.

On the 9th of Dulhajja, known as Yawm Arafah, pilgrims travel to the grounds of Arafah and spend time supplicating.

The most important rite of hajj occurs at Arafah, where pilgrims stay from Zohor to Asir, asking Allah for forgiveness and pleasure.

On the 10th of Dulhajja, known as Yawm An-Nahr, pilgrims return to Mina, throw seven pebbles at Jamara Al-Aqaba, perform an animal sacrifice, and have their hair cut.

There are three types of hajj: Qiran, Tamattu, and Ifrad, each with distinct rites and intentions.

For hajj Qiran, pilgrims perform Umrah and hajj with one intention and stay in ihram until completing hajj.

For hajj Tamattu, pilgrims perform Umrah and hajj with separate intentions, exiting and re-entering ihram.

For hajj Ifrad, pilgrims perform hajj only with one intention and stay in ihram until completing hajj.

The day of Arafah is known for forgiveness of sins, freedom from the fire, and Allah's pride in the pilgrims.

On the 11th and 12th of Dulhajja, pilgrims perform the stoning rituals, throwing seven pebbles at each of the three Jamara.

The final rite of hajj involves the farewell tawaf, performed before leaving Makkah.

Pilgrims are advised to prepare adequately for hajj, including having valid passports, necessary vaccinations, and appropriate clothing.

Important prohibitions during the state of ihram include using perfume, cutting hair or nails, and engaging in marital relations.

Hajj is a journey of a lifetime that requires patience, clear intention, and a mindset of togetherness and forgiveness.

Transcripts

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every year thousands of pilgrims make

their way to the house of

allah in a state of humbleness with hope

of attaining his forgiveness and

pleasure

muslims from around the world to visit

the kaaba to fulfill the command of

allah

complete the hajj rituals and to make

tawaf of the kaaba

foundations of which were laid by

allah's friend

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the rights of hajj take place over a

period of six days and five nights from

the eighth of the hijab

to the thirteenth of the hijjah pilgrims

have the option of leaving grounds of

mina on the 12th

some pilgrims choose to remain in mina

up to the 13 to complete

the practice of prophet muhammad peace

be upon him the rights performed

during are the same as those performed

by the prophet sallallahu alaihi

wasallam

during his final hajj in 10th hijrah

the hajj begins on the 8th of dulhajja

known as

yom tarawi the day of drinking specific

to zamza

during which pilgrims wear haram clothes

and make their intention for hajj

they make their way to minna about five

miles away from

mecca where they perform their daily

prayers and stay overnight in a tent

the next day on the night of the hija

known as yao mularafa

the day of arafah the pilgrims travel to

grounds of arafah

after fajr prayer they continue to stay

there

between zohor and asir and spend time

supplicating

during their stay it is the most

important right

for hajj after sunset they will travel

to muzdalifah

and spend the night there on the tenth

of the hija known as yomun nahar

the day of slaughtering after performing

fajr prayer in mustafa pilgrims return

to mina where they will throw seven

pebbles at jamara al-aqaba

or kobra the big pillar perform an

animal sacrifice

have their hair cut and go to makkah to

perform tawaf as they are

and the sari for hajj after which they

will be released from the state of

echram

and they will return to minna from the

11th

to the 13th of the known as ayam

at the sharip the days of drying meat

pilgrims

spend time in minna where they will

throw seven pebbles

at all three jamara on each day

if tawaf aziyara of hajj

animal sacrifice or the haircut wasn't

performed on the tenth of the

hija that may be carried out in these

days

hajj types there are three types of hajj

that a pilgrim

may choose from hajj's

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a pilgrim performs umrah and hajj with

one intention

they will wear the clothes of haram and

make the intention for hajj karan

perform umrah upon completion they will

stay in the state of

on 8th of the hija they will move to

minna

start hajj rides and then slaughter an

animal on the tenth of the

hija on completing hajj they will come

out of state of

hajj a pilgrim performs umrah and hajj

with two separate intentions

they will wear the clothes of haram make

the intention

for umrah perform umrah upon completion

come out of state of ichara

they will wear their normal clothes on

the 8th of dulhajja they will wear

clothes of

haram again and they will make the

intention for hajj

perform hajj rights slaughter an animal

on the tenth of the hija and complete

remaining hajj rights

and on completing they will come out of

state of

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a pilgrim performs hajj only

with one intention of performing hajj

intention for hajj ifrad is made on

eighth of the

they will come into the state of israel

and perform hajj rights

on completing hajj rights they will come

out of state of

hajj intention a pilgrim

intending to perform hajj qiran will

have to make the intention

before starting umrah

and the intention for hajj quran will be

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the hajj intention for those performing

hajj tamato

or ifra will be allah

say it again

which means o allah here i am at your

service

for hajj if you would like to perform

hajj on behalf of someone else

then you will add their name at the end

of the intention

so for example you want to perform hajj

for abdullah so the intention will be

after making the intention recite the

talbiyah

bake allah

and if you fear that something will

prevent you from completing hajj i.e

menstruation from woman or any issue

then you should also say the following

prayer what is

after making the intention pilgrims will

make their way to grounds of mina

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day one of hajj eight of dulhajja

pilgrims will stay in the grounds of

minna they will praise

in their time and salah will be

shortened

the four raka's prayer will be shortened

to two

relax and prepare for tomorrow note

tomorrow night of the hijab will be the

day of hajj

listen to reminders read books revise

your duas and recite the quran

to prepare for the day important point

don't waste food keep calm and have

patience everyone is trying to perform

on the next day a pilgrim will start

making their way to grounds of arafah

after the fajr prayer

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day two of hajj ninth of dulhajja

on this day a pilgrim will stay in

arafah from zuhr

until sunset

they will pray to allah ask allah for

forgiveness

and ask allah's pleasure it is from the

sunnah of prophet muhammad sallallahu

sallam

to pray and together

shortened at the time

note the virtues of arafah

arafat is known as the day of hajj as

per the hadith of prophet sallallahu

alaihi sallam

the message of allah and mention when

your lord took from the children of adam

from their loins their descendants and

made them testify of themselves

saying to them am i not your lord they

said yes

we have testified lest you should say on

the day of resurrection

indeed we were of this unaware

the hadith of prophet sallallahu alaihi

sallam

it is the day of forgiveness of sins

freedom from the fire

and pride in the people who are there

the prophet sallallahu alaihi sallam

said

there is no day on which allah frees

more people from the fire

than the day of arafah he comes close

and expresses his pride to the angels

saying

what do these people want and the angels

reply by saying

they want your forgiveness and allah

subhanahu ta'ala says that be witness

i have forgiven each and every one of

them

another hadith or prophet sallallahu

alaihi allah expresses his pride to his

angels

at the time of isha on the day of arafah

about the people of arafah

he says look at my slaves who have come

unkept

and dusty it is the day on which the

religion was perfected

and allah's favor was completed it is

related

from anas bin malik that he used to say

in terms of virtue

that the day of arafa is equivalent to

ten thousand days

among the virtue of the day of arafah is

constantly proclaiming the declaration

of allah's oneness

with sincerity and honesty for it is the

foundation of the religion

that allah completed this day and its

base

it is reported that the prophet

sallallahu alaihi sallam would repeat

this supplication

on the day of la ilaha

try to busy yourself as much as you can

in

remembering allah praying to allah

asking allah for forgiveness

and asking allah for his pleasure and

asking allah to accept

your hajj note after sunset

a pilgrim will make their way to the

grounds of mustafa

and upon reaching they will pray offer

maghrib and aisha prays together

aisha prayer will be shortened to two

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they will stay there in muzdalifa until

the fajr prayer

it is important for a pilgrim to keep

their sleeping bag with themselves as

they will be sleeping on a plain field

it is part of hajj and it was done by

the prophet sallallahu alaihi salla

while at muzdalifa a pilgrim can collect

seven pebbles that will be thrown at

jamara al-aqaba

on the tenth of dulhajja

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day three of hajj tenth of dulhajja this

is the longest day during hajj

the pilgrim will perform fajr pray in

muzdalifa and spend some time in dikkar

and

until sun rises after that they will

move towards jammara alakaba the major

stoning area

and throw seven stones by saying allahu

akbar

each time then they will sacrifice an

animal

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then shave or trim their hair

and then make their way to makkah to

perform tawaf and say

you will have to walk from muzdalifa to

jamara

there will not be any transport provided

and from there

to makkah for to perform tawaf and sari

and then back to mina you could return

back to minna

after throwing the stones at jammara

al-aqaba

and perform the tawaf on the day after

returning back to makkah few important

points to keep in mind

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when a pilgrim makes their way from

grounds of muzdalifa

to jamara the stoning area they will

find

three pillars to be there jamara asugara

the small stoning area jamara al-busta

the medium stoning area

and jamara al kubra or akaba the major

stoning area they will make their way to

jammara al-aqaba the major stoning area

on the 10th of dulhajja

and throw seven pebbles saying allahu

akbar each time

after throwing the stones at jamar

al-aqaba the pilgrim

will sacrifice an animal by themselves

or it can be organized by the torah

operator

after which they can shave and trim

their hair

and make their way to perform tawaf

after completing tawaf and say they can

move back

to mina after sacrificing an animal

and shave or trimming your hair

you will have two options option number

one

you can perform tawaf and say on the

same

day as it the tenth of the it was the

practice of prophet sallallahu alaihi

salla

the second option is that you can make

your way

back to the grounds of minna and perform

tawaf and say

on the remaining days some scholars

would say

that you should perform tawaf and say

between the 11th and the 13th of the

hija

and some would say that you can perform

at a later date

within the month of the lecture it is

important to remember your maktub and

mina tent numbers

keep a phone and his charger apply

vaseline around the thighs to avoid rash

stay

in pairs if you decide to perform tawaf

and say

keep extra money as taxi fares will be

high

and they will drop you off near jamara

you will have to walk

back to your tents day 4 of hajj

11th of dulhajja on this day a pilgrim

will move from the grounds of minna to

the stoning area

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jamal

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they will have 21 stones to throw at all

three jamaras

seven at each one complete the stoning

rituals

and come back to mina the stoning time

will be between dhohar

and maghrib when a pilgrim reaches

the grounds of yamara they will move

towards yamara asura

the minor stoning area throw seven

stones at it

by saying allahu akbar at each time

they will move to a side and supplicate

to allah

after that they will move towards the

middle stoning area

throw seven stones at it by saying

allahu akbar

each time they will move to a side and

supplicate to allah

then they will move towards the major

stoning area

throw seven stones at it saying allahu

akbar each time

there is no dua to be made after

throwing stones at jamal

important point to note a pilgrim will

return back to menna

and rest supplicate to allah subhanahu

ta'ala and spend

majority of the night in minna forgive

everyone and ask allah for good

etiquettes

and jannatul general fertiles day five

of hajj 12th of the

hijab on this day a pilgrim will make

their way from grounds of minna

to jamara the stoning area they will

complete the same activities

as day 4. they'll have 21 stones to

throw

at all three generals seven at each one

of them

at jamara asura they will throw seven

stones

ajamara al-wustha they will throw seven

stones

and al in they will throw seven

stones important point to note after the

stoning on 12th of dulhajja

you can complete your hajj by moving out

of mena

before maghrib once you reach makkah you

can perform tawaful without the fearful

tawaf

and that will complete your hajj if you

remain in mina

after maghrib you will need to stay for

the last day of stoning

it was the sunnah of prophet muhammad

sallam

that he stayed until the 13th of the day

six of hajj

the 13th of dulhajja on this day a

pilgrim will make their way from grounds

of minna to jammara

repeat the same activities as day 4 and

5

complete their stoning rituals and move

out of minna

important point to note the hajj is now

complete

a pilgrim will have to perform fearful

tawaf tawaf

before leaving makkah checklist

have you got your passport and it is

valid for six months

have you taken the required vaccination

shots

have you read some literature on hajj

and umrah

have you paid all your debts have you

prepared adequate funds

for the journey have you written your

will

did you leave enough money for your

family have you bought the necessary

haram clothes including spare one if one

gets dirty

have you bought the money belt buy an

umbrella as it will be very hot

buy a good pair of sandals as you will

be walking a lot

a sleeping bag please note do not cover

your head

while in state of ahram medicines and

blister plasters

travel clock eye patches and earplugs

toiletries items like unscented soap

vaseline pen and small notebook

small quran quran with translation hajj

information

strap for glasses nail clippers shaving

tools

scissors disinfectant antiseptic

maybe something like a sweater early

mornings in madina can be cold and windy

during winter

keep unlocked phone as the sim cards in

saudi arabia may not work on network

restricted form

some points to keep in mind prohibitions

during state of

haram using perfume anointing the head

or beard with oil grease or melted honey

wax

removing or cutting fingernails toenails

or hair

covering the head for the men covering

the face and wearing gloves for women

for the man to wear clothes sewn or

felted

designed to cover the whole body any

marriage proposals

sexual intercourse or being intimate

hunting an edible wild land animal

please note performing umbra or hajj is

not a holiday

clear your intention and come with a

clear mind travel time standing in

queues and the standard of hotels may

not be of the same level

so avoid criticizing and observe

patience

the state at minna tents can be

challenging but if you go with a clear

objective of togetherness and loving

muslims for the sake of allah subhanahu

wa ta'ala

forgiving the shortcomings then believe

me you will find the umbra and hajj

to be the journey of your lifetime

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