Glossary of Hajj Terms

Glossary of Hajj Terms Miqat: The designated location one has to enter Makkah in the state of Ihram. Ihram: The sacred state entered with the intention of performing Hajj or Umrah, involving the wearing of prescribed specific simple attire and adherence to special rules. Talbiyah: The prayer recited during Hajj or Umrah: “Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk” — Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Tahleel: The declaration of faith: “La ilaha illallah Muhammadur Rasoolullah” (There is no god but God, and Muhammad is His Messenger). Tawaf: The act of walking around the Ka‘bah seven times in a counterclockwise direction. Types of Tawaf include: Tawaf al-Qudoom: Arrival Tawaf. Tawaf al-Ziyarah: Visitation Tawaf (performed on the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah). Tawaf al-Wada’: Farewell Tawaf. Mataf: The open area surrounding the Ka‘bah where pilgrims perform Tawaf. Umrah: The lesser pilgrimage, involving Ihram, Tawaf,