Every Muslim goes on Umrah a great spiritual journey to embrace Allah SWT as the bringer of peace and to talk to him to purify themselves. Pilgrims continue on this journey to purify their soul heart intellect and body of sins so they can shine on Resurrection Day. December offers cheap Umrah packages you can readily use.
The significance of Umrah is the same for males and women with a few small differences. Umrah a tiny hajj allows us to visit Allah SWT Makah.
How is Umrah performed by men?
Men must drape the upper Rida over their left shoulder and the bottom beneath their right arm during the entire Tawaf. They must circumambulate Masjid Al Haram from the Black Stone to the finish to draw closer to Allah.
Wearing Ihram to perform Umrah
Umrah must be done from the Miqat with Ihram. Muslim men wearing Ihram must follow severe rules. Ihram makes an otherwise legal action Haram on oneself. After saying niyyah and Talbiyah pilgrims cannot wear sewn garments perfume or haircuts.
Skip the perfume
Ihram bans perfume. Allah prohibits using fragrance to attract people. Parfum is for Allah hence hajjis should not use it in Ihram.
Don’t engage in sexual activity
Sexual activity is forbidden for Hajjis in Ihram. To follow Allah rules husband and wife should avoid sexual activity.
Not Allowed to Hunt
Allah SWT forbids hunting in Ihram. In Ihram animal cruelty is illegal. Pay KAAFARA to avoid barring. Hunting or using animal blood is illegal.
It is unlawful to kiss or contact a woman
Sexual behavior includes kissing and stroking. For this reason you cannot touch embrace or kiss a woman.
Cannot wear sewed clothing:
While in Ihram Hajji cannot wear sewn clothing. Wearing anything on your head, shoulder or headgear is strictly banned.
Quarrelling
Wearing Ihram during Hajj and Umrah symbolizes unity over war. Allah SWT commands us not to fight anybody or anything during Ihram.
Insect killing is prohibited
Insect killing is illegal everywhere including your body. You can eradicate it but not kill it.
Refrain from using oil
In ihram one cannot apply oil on their body or hair. If oil smells it’s banned.
Getting rid of hair
Allah SWT forbids shaving including your head during Ihram. You cannot clip or pluck your hair before completing your job.
Unacceptable Cover Man Head
In Ihram men cannot cover their heads. Hats and other headwear are prohibited for men.
Cutting of nails and tooth extraction are prohibited
In Ihram nail cutting and teeth removals are illegal. Hajjis must clip their nails before wearing Ihram. In Ihram tooth extraction is illegal.
Male Halq Rule
The ritual of halq requires shaving one head after performing Umrah. It is only open to men for this rite. To exit the Ihram stage after Tawaf pilgrims must execute this deed.