Author: Dar El Mecca

What is Ihram in Islam and What Purpose Does it Serve ? Ihram Ihram is the clothing worn during the holy pilgrimage of Umrah and Hajj. Literally, Ihram means to enter into a state of purity and prohibition or to make something haram on ourselves for our good. Ihram for Umrah and Hajj is the first necessity…

What is the Purpose and Symbolism Behind Tawaf in Islamic Pilgrimage ? Tawaf Performing circumambulations of the holy Kaaba during Umrah is known as Tawaf. It is a compulsory ritual for all pilgrims aiming to perform Umrah successfully. It is a holy ritual and hence there are number of pre-requisites and duas are associated with…