The considerable advantage of Umrah and hajj

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The considerable advantage of Umrah and hajj

O Muslims: Allah has made the respected Ka^bah a goal for a huge number of Muslims who come each year from by a wide margin to visit this holy place. They all meet there in spite of their different foundations, nationalities, dialects and skin shading. Hajj is a yearly Islamic social affair went to by a huge number of Muslims who come joined under the flag of the certification of confidence "Nobody is God aside from Allah and Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah". They supplicate to Allah, present themselves and frame close bonds fortifying their fraternity and sisterhood with one another.Whether you are rich or poor, youthful or old and Arab or not has no bearing as far as devotion, rather, what does is one's level of acquiescence to Allah.

Dear siblings in Islam,

Satisfying the deeds of Hajj conveys numerous awesome advantages to the travelers and if just Muslims understand the centrality of these advantages they would positively race to perform Hajj.

The immense implications of fraternity and value among Muslims show up in its best picture, amid journey. In the wake of having evacuated all their adorned and common garments the travelers put on the garments of Ihram which resemble the covers of the dead. They submit themselves to their maker, Allah and say:

لبيك اللهم لبيك لا شريك لك لبيك إن الحمد والنعمة لك والملك لا شريك لك

Gracious Brothers in Islam, Hajj is a practice of tolerance in conquering hardships.

The call of the pioneer (talbeyah) serves as an indication of a period when Angel Israfil on the Day of Judgment blows the horn denoting the begin of Resurrection Day.

Performing sa^i between Mount As-Safa and Mount Al-Marwah is expressive of one's appreciation to Allah for making the city of Makkah a sheltered place. It is likewise reminiscent of what Lady Hajar did when hunting down water for her dear child Isma^il ^alayhis-Salam, while having a total dependence on Allah, Her Creator. Allah subhanahu wa-ta^ala assuaged her from her stresses and battle in furnishing her with the unadulterated and favored water, Zamzam.

There are extraordinary implications in being available in the place where there is ^Arafat. The traveler witnesses the mass measure of individuals congestion the pile of ^Arafat and hears their noisy supplicating voices to Allah subhanahu wa-ta^ala, with outright humbleness seeking after Allah's kindness.

Tossing the three Jamarat is one of the essentials of Hajj and is from one perspective typical of the Muslim's dismissal to Satan and then again a satisfaction of God's requests. Tossing the Jamarat as Prophet Ibrahim did when Satan appeared to him communicates the Muslim's dismissal of Satan's whisperings as though one is stating to Satan: on the off chance that you appear to us we will toss rocks at you to embarrass you a similar way Prophet Ibrahim did.

The significance of Tawaf is to extol the hallowed Ka^bah. It symbolizes the solidarity among Muslims, and their relentlessness in obeying Allah, the one and only deserving of love. Individuals circumambulate the sacrosanct House, the Holy Ka^bah, with extreme accommodation to Allah as though saying:

"O Lord, No matter how often we circumambulate and turn, we have no place to go however to look for shelter with You."

Circumambulating the Ka^bah does not imply that Allah abides in it. The conviction of all Muslims is that Allah needn't bother with the ka^bah, different spots, or any of his manifestations. Allah exists without a place, and doesn't take after any of His manifestations. Allah is not a body or a shape. Whatever one envisions in one's mind Allah is unique in relation to it.

Dear siblings in Islam the genuine achievement is in grasping the right conviction, the statement of faith of the Prophet peace be upon him and his buddies.

May Allah give us the capacity to play out the journey and ^umrah and the respect of going to Prophet Muhammad's grave. Ameen.

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Restrictions for a person in the state of Ihraam

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Restrictions for a person in the state of Ihraam

Restrictions for a person in the state of Ihraam is a person who made intention and entered into one of the two sacred rituals, Hajj or 'Umrah, accompanied by the removal of normal clothing and putting on special clothing and then reciting the Talbiyah.
There are certain restrictions that apply to the one who assumes this state.

The following are the acts that are not permitted:

Sexual intercourse and all matters leading to it:
Sexual intercourse and all matters leading to it such as kissing, touching and similar things nullify the Hajj or 'Umrah completely and the one who does so must sacrifice a camel. If he cannot find one, he must fast ten days, and along with that, he must make up (for the Hajj) another year. However, it is still mandatory to continue with it (i.e. the remaining acts of Hajj or 'Umrah) until it is complete.

Ali, 'Umar and Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with them, issued a verdict concerning a man who had sexual intercourse with his wife in the state of Ihraam. In this verdict, they said: "They both continue to perform (the remaining Hajj rites) for their own face (i.e. to save them embarrassment) until they complete their Hajj. Then they must perform Hajj (again) in the future and they must sacrifice an animal"

As for the things that lead to sexual intercourse, the one who does them must sacrifice an animal, meaning to slaughter a sheep.

Disputing, arguing or fighting with people:
Allah Says (what means): {…Whosoever intends to perform Hajj (therein by assuming Ihraam), then he should not have sexual relations (with his wife), nor commit sin, nor dispute unjustly during the Hajj…} [Quran 2:197]

On the authority of Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him, the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: "He who performs Hajj, committing no obscenity, nor wickedness, nor wrangling, will return home free of sins as the day his mother bore him." [Al-Bukhari and Muslim]

In this case, as well as the rest of the sins, like backbiting, gossiping and everything that enters under the wording "Al-Fusooq" (wickedness or sin), the person must repent and seek Allah’s forgiveness. This is because there’s nothing reported in Islam that has made any expiation for them other than repentance and seeking Allah’s forgiveness.

Wearing any form-fitting garment:
Such as a shirt, hooded robes, cloak, underpants or wrapping anything around the head, a cap or a fez, etc.
The one who does it must make a compensation, which is fasting three days, or feeding six poor people with a Mudd (750 grams) of fine wheat each, or slaughtering a sheep. This is due to Allah’s saying (which means): {So whoever among you is ill or he has an ailment on his head (i.e. his hair), then he must make a cimoensation of fasting or giving charity or sacrificing (an animal).} [Quran; 2:196]

Ibn 'Umar, may Allah be pleased with him, reported that the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: "A person in the state of Ihraam is not allowed to wear a form-fitting shirt, a turban, a hooded robe, underpants, […] shoes or sewn slippers, unless one is unable to find regular unsewn slippers, then one may wear his shoes provided one cuts them down to the ankles."  [Al-Bukhari and Muslim] These restrictions apply to men only.
As for a woman, she may wear all of the above. But she is forbidden to use perfumed clothes, a veil that covers the face (tied around it), or gloves.

Ibn 'Umar, may Allah be pleased with him, reported: "Allah's Messenger sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) forbade women pilgrims from wearing gloves, Niqaab (veils tied on the face) […]. Besides these, they may wear anything else, any color, silk clothes, ornaments, trousers, or a shirt or shoes." [Abu Daawood, Al-Bayhaqi and Al-Haakim]

The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: "A pilgrim woman must neither cover her face nor wear gloves." [Al-Bukhari and Ahmad] This proves that a woman in the state of Ihraam should not cover her face and hands. The scholars, however, say that there is no harm if she covers her face with something other than a Niqaab. She may also use an umbrella or similar item as a screen between men and herself. But if she is afraid of tempting others she must cover her face by drawing a veil down from her head.

'Aa’ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, said: "Men on camels used to pass by us while we were with the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) and in the state of Ihraam. We would cover our faces by drawing veils down from our heads when they passed by us, and then uncover them again." [Abu Daawood and Ibn Maajah]

Contracting a marriage, or acting on behalf of others, or acting as a guardian for someone:
Such a marriage contract is invalid, null and void, and is not binding. The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: "A person in the state of Ihraam must not contract marriage, nor help others contract marriage, nor get engaged for marriage." [Muslim]

In this case, the person must repent and seek Allah’s forgiveness. There’s nothing reported in Islam that has made any expiation other than repentance and seeking Allah’s forgiveness.

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Allah; The Light of Heavens and Earth

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Allah; The Light of Heavens and Earth

The word “light” carries a popular meaning; that which lightens dark bodies so that we can see them. So by light, things become apparent and visible. This is the first meaning to which the word light was initially identified. Light itself is basically obvious and visible; there is nothing else that lightens it.

The word “light” has been used over 30 times in the Qur’an. In some verses it means faith, in others it means Islam or Qur’an or justice or Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

It also implies more meanings, such as in the verse, {Allah is the Light of the Heavens and Earth. The example of His light is like a nice within which is a lamp; the lamp is within glass, the glass as if it were a pearly [white] star lit from [the oil of] a blessed olive tree, neither of the east nor of the west, whose oil would almot glow even if untouched by fire. Light upon light. Allah guides to His light whom He wills. And Allah presents example for the people, and Allah is Knowing of all things.} [Chapter 24, verse 35]

According to the scholars, the meaning of the verse is that Allah has lit the Heavens and the Earth. So all the light, which is in the Heavens and the Earth and on the Day of Judgment is from the Light of Allah.

Light is of two kinds: the created light and the uncreated light. The created light is found in the world, like the light of the sun, moon and stars, the light from electricity and fire. Likewise, the light in the Hereafter and in Paradise, these are all created and they are a creation of Allah.
The uncreated light is an Attribute of Allah. Allah is far exalted and praised with all His Attributes and He is the Creator unlike His creation. So, the Light of Allah is uncreated, rather it is one of His Lofty Attributes. This is the Magnificent Nur (light) with which He has described Himself in the verse in the Qur’an and it is not created. It is an Attribute of Allah like His Hearing, Sight, Hand and other Lofty Attributes.
This verse falls under the category of allegory, to explain the parable to reach the intellective sense of people.

Ibn Kathir has also explained this parable based on the narrations and descriptions of earlier generation of scholars.

{Allah is the light of the heavens and the earth} means that He is a Guide to the inhabitants of the Heavens and the Earth (Ibn Abbas)

The light in the verse is ‘light that illuminates the Heavens and the Earth’ (Ismaeel Ibn Abdur-Rahmaan Ibn Abu Kareemah, also known as As-Suddi)

“There is no night or day with your Lord; the Light of the Throne comes from the Light of His Face.” (As narrated by Ibn Masud)

The “lamp” in the verse refers to the light that in turn refers to the Qur’an and the faith that is in a believer’s heart. (Ubayy bin Kaab).

{Light upon Light} refers to the faith and the deeds that are based on that faith. (Ibn Abbas)

{Light upon Light} refers to the light of the Qur’an combined with the light of the faith. (Ismaeel Ibn Abdur-Rahmaan Ibn Abu Kareemah, also known as As-Suddi)

Ubayy ibn Ka`b said that the similitude of His light [takes place in] the Muslim’s heart. [Ibn Kathir, 3:464] This light, which Allah has placed in the hearts of the believers, comes from the awareness, love, faith, and the remembrance of Allah. It is the light that He has sent down to people. Its origin is in their hearts, but then Allah strengthens and increases that light until it appears upon their faces. Have you ever met a person whose face was just illuminating with the radiance and light that comes from faith in Allah? People of this nature perceive the light of Allah.

On the Day of Judgment, the light will come forth by their faith, and hasten before them in the darkness of the bridge or sirat, so that they might cross it. They will proceed in proportion to either its strength or its weakness in their hearts during their life in the world.

Allah is the only provider of the light in the universe, whether it is physical light or the light of guidance. Everything in this universe is dependent on the guidance given by Allah for its operation and for maintaining its balance and symmetry necessary for its optimal performance. Then the verse describes the quality of the light of guidance provided by Allah, it is the most superb kind of soft light that shines through, without blinding with brightness or being hazy with dimness. The lives of those who follow His guidance by believing in Him and remaining conscious of His presence are so well illuminated that they clearly see the path to ultimate success without being distracted or confused by the alleys and detours that may lead them astray.

That Sublime Existence who encompasses all the stations of perfection at once; His sacred Light embraces the entirety of existence and illuminates the Heavens and the Earth. He is the all-Knowing Creator whose eternal radiance infuses life in the creation and bestows assistance to them. He controls, nurtures, and completes them through His power. The Light of His existence shines forth and is clearly manifest across the expanse of existence.

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Amazing facts in the Holy Qur’an

Amazing facts in the Holy Qur’an

Amazing facts in the Holy Qur’anThe guidelines to live by which were revealed in the Holy Qur’an, in essence, are for the protection and preservation of our health and wellbeing.

The Holy Qur’an is a book of guidance to mankind; to help us lead a balanced, healthy, and righteous life, to connect to the Creator, and to build harmonious societies.

In the Holy Qur’an is guidance, healing, glad tidings to the believers, stories of the past, stories of the prophets, but also scientific and medical facts that have amazed scientists and researchers.

Dr. Mohammad Jamil Habbal, consultant physician at Procare Hospital in Al-Khobar, has extensively studied the Holy Qur’an, analyzing the verses that mention scientific phenomena which have been discovered by modern day scientists. In his research, Dr. Habbal found that the medical sciences were referred to in the Holy Qur’an 416 times, astronomy and cosmology was referred to 105 times, and geography 98 times.

According to Dr. Habbal, “There are around 70 verses praising science and scientists, encouraging them to be involved in discovering the universe for the good of humanity. The first five verses revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) ordered him to read and learn.”

For example, the following verse encourages mothers to breastfeed their newborns.

{Mothers may nurse [i.e. breastfeed] their children two complete years for whoever wishes to complete the nursing [period]}. (Chapter 2, verse 233)
According to a report by the World Health Organization, breastfeeding is the optimal way of providing young infants with the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development. Colostrum, the yellowish, sticky breast milk produced at the end of pregnancy, is recommended by the World Health Organization as the perfect food for the newborn, and feeding should be initiated within the first hour after birth. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended up to 6 months of age, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods up to two years of age or beyond.

The development of the human embryo was described with precision in the Holy Qur’an.

{Then We placed him as a sperm-drop in a firm lodging [i.e. the womb]. Then We made the sperm-drop into a clinging clot, and We made the clot into a lump [of flesh], and We made [from] the lump, bones, and We covered the bones with flesh; then We developed him into another creation. So blessed is Allah, the best of creators.} (Chapter 23, verses 13-14)

If a sperm cell penetrates the egg, fertilization results. The fertilized egg divides rapidly and attaches to the lining of the uterus. The internal organs are developed, and the development of the bone structure begins in the third week. By the end of the fifth week, the embryo has doubled in size and has grown a tail-like structure. Images of the embryo in this stage are so different from what the infant looks like at birth. Indeed, when the infant emerges it looks like another creature, as mentioned in the above verse.

The anatomy of the brain was mentioned in a verse of the Holy Qur’an, which alludes to the fact that the area of the brain where lying takes place is in the frontal lobe of the brain.

{A lying, sinning nasiyah [ forelock]} (Chapter 96, verse 16)
The nasiyah in Arabic is the forehead or forelock. The part of the brain called the prefrontal cortex is situated just behind the forehead or forelock.

Over the last decade, scientists have used functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to more accurately locate regions of the brain that change when a person lies. This technique measures changes in blood flow in the brain — a reflection of neural activity — as people answer questions while inside the scanner. The resulting images pinpoint brain activity in specific regions during the lie.

The most consistent finding across multiple MRI studies is that activity in the prefrontal cortex increases when people lie.

The verse in the Qur’an that addresses the prohibition of alcohol in Islam points to the fact that there may be some health benefit in wine, but its detrimental effects on human health far outweigh the small good that it may contain.

{They ask you about wine and gambling. Say, “In them is great sin and [yet, some] benefit for people. But their sin is greater than their benefit.”} (Chapter 2, verse 219)

After establishing that drinking wine is harmful to human health, another verse in the Holy Qur’an was revealed which shows the prohibition of alcohol.

{O you who have believed, indeed, intoxicants, gambling [sacrificing on] stone altars [to other than Allah], and divining arrows
are but defilement from the work of Satan, so avoid it that you may be successful} (Chapter 5, verse 90)

Although some studies may have indicated that red wine may be heart healthy, the Chief Medical Officer in the UK has issued new guidelines for alcohol consumption which warn that drinking any amount of alcohol increases the risk of a number of types of cancer, including breast cancer.

Alcohol interferes with the brain’s communication pathways, and can affect the way the brain looks and works. These disruptions can change mood and behavior, and make it harder to think clearly and move with coordination.

In addition, alcohol consumption over time can lead to the development of chronic diseases including high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease, and digestive problems. It also increases the risk for cancer of the breast, mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, and colon. It can lead to memory problems and mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.

The Holy Qur’an was a miracle during the time of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and will continue to be a miracle to the end of time. The word day is repeated in the Holy Qur’an 365 times, and the word month is found in the Qur’an 12 times.

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Free Wi-Fi in Saudi Arabia’s Makkah Haram courtyard

Pilgrims and visitors to the Grand Mosque in Makkah can take advantage of free Wi-Fi service in the courtyards of the mosque.

This is part of a series of technological services being introduced by the Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques for the benefit of the faithful, according to Bandar Al-Khuzaim, director of the information technology center at the presidency.

Al-Khuzaim said the free Wi-Fi service in the courtyards of the Grand Mosque aims at establishing online contacts between the presidency staff and worshippers.

The presidency staff will use this popular wireless networking technology to send guidance and awareness text messages to pilgrims and visitors to the Grand Mosque, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

Al-Khuzaim said the presidency will also make available Bluetooth service for worshippers in the mataf (circumambulation area around the Holy Kaaba) so that those who perform tawaf can know the number of rounds of circumambulation that they have finished. This service is being introduced in cooperation with the technological innovation center at Umm Al-Qura University of Makkah.

“The presidency has also introduced the issuing and renewal of online booking of iftar meals at the Grand Mosque. Both individuals and firms can take advantage of this service to donate iftar meals for worshippers,” he said.

Al-Khuzaim announced that a new facility has been introduced for the electronic registration for performing itikaf (seclusion in the mosque to worship Allah) in six languages. They are Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Turkish and Persian.

A similar online facility is available for those who want to visit the Grand Mosque Exhibition and the Kaaba cover (kiswa) factory, he added.

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New Umrah portal helps pilgrims save time and money

MAKKAH — Pilgrims can save up to 15 percent of accommodation expenses by selecting hotels available on the new Umrah services website launched two weeks ago, said Vice President of the National Committee for Haj and Umrah Affairs Abdullah Qadhi.
“We list standard rates for hotels. E-services facilitate and expedite procedures. What used to take 24 hours, will now take a few seconds,” said Qadhi.
He also said pilgrims can now directly contact hotels and do their own bookings rather than use the services of an agent.
Qadhi said the new website includes all features, from Umrah packages to hotel availability. Pilgrims can select their package and services and process their payments.
“We held an introductory workshop on the new website at Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The workshop was attended by Umrah services companies and Sejel Electronic Systems Company,” said Qadhi.
“We are expecting 25 percent more pilgrims than last season when 6 million pilgrims arrived for Umrah. The new website includes all features, from Umrah packages to hotel availability. Pilgrims can select their package and services and process their payment,” said Qadhi.
Having all features in one website curbs exploitation, he added.
“The website was newly launched and Sejel Electronic Systems Company is working on developing it. The company will be available for technical support throughout the day, every day of the week. We have built the website according to international standards. The Ministry of Haj has sponsored the project in order to facilitate pilgrimage for Muslims all over the world,” said Qadhi.
Speaking to reporters after a meeting at the Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Friday, Qadhi said representatives of Sejel explained to Umrah companies the benefits of registering in the system.
Experts from Sejel at the workshop also taught employees of Umrah companies how to make bookings through the system.
He said all Umrah companies have already registered in the system and all hotels must register through simplified steps for an appointment to obtain a pin number from the Ministry of Haj to deal with Umrah companies through the system.
The meeting was arranged with the coordination of the National Committee for Haj and Umrah.
Saudi Arabia is planning to triple the number of Umrah visas. As many as 1.25 million pilgrims are expected to arrive each month starting next year. This compares with 400,000 a month now.
The new system would allow full use of massive expansion projects at the holy sites. The number had declined, particularly because of a multi-billion-dollar expansion which began four years ago at the Grand Mosque in Makkah.

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