As I was stepping down the wide steps leading to the center of the courtyard where the Ka`bah is located, I could only see ceilings and lots of people but suddenly… I froze.

When I First Saw the Ka`bah

The Farewell Speech outlines five basic principles of the Islamic programme of action, two of them work on the level of the individual and three relate to the structure of Islamic society.

Prophet Muhammad’s Farewell Pilgrimage and Sermon

Ever since she was a child, Aisha had dreamed of going for Hajj. Even though her family was very poor, it never stopped her from dreaming and hoping that one day she would have the wonderful opportunity to go on this blessed journey.

Hajj: A Golden Dream

Hajj is obligatory (fard) only with financial and physical ability. This physiological well-being shall be achieved with perfect healthcare precautions, medical assurances and personal hygiene.

Your Guide to a Safe and Healthy Hajj (+Flash)

Read this poster to learn the rituals of `Umrah.

`Umrah Poster

Read this poster to learn the rituals of Hajj.

Hajj Poster

Watch this series of Shows in which Sheikh Ibrahim Zidan explains how the Qur'an details the rituals of hajj.

Hajj in the Qur’an (1-12)

When should Hajj be performed, and who should undertake this blessed journey? Watch this short video to learn about this Islamic obligation.

What Is Hajj?

`Umrah is the lesser pilgrimage. It involves ihram, Tawaf (circumambulating the Ka`bah), Sa`i (walking between mounts of Safa and Marwah), and shaving or cutting the hair.

How to Make `Umrah

Hajj is declared by all experts to be the most diverse gathering in the world. Yet all the people there are united in their actions and goals. Each person performs the same procedures to complete their Hajj. All the people dress alike, men are to wear two pieces of unstitched white cloth...

Hajj: A Universal Message of Unity

Why and how was the Ka`bah built? How does it relate to the meaning and history of Islam? What message did God mean to send through its construction?

The Ka`bah: History and Significance

For actions to be accepted and rewarded by Allah there are two crucial prerequisites: Sincerity or having a valid intention & Performing the action properly

The Intention and Its Relation to Acceptance of Deeds

No sooner had Ibrahim made the declaration that he would never worship the deities which his people worshipped than tribulations and calamities descended on him.

The Story of Hajj: Prophet Ibrahim & His Journey to Truth (Part 2)

This article tells the story of the blessed family of Ibrahim, his wife, Hajar, and his son, Isma'il and how it is related to the rites of Hajj.

The Story of the Rites of Hajj (Pilgrimage in Islam)

There are certain acts of worship and etiquettes Muslims should observe on those days to express their gratitude to Allah.

Etiquette and Legal Rulings of the `Eid Day

In the early morning of the `Eid day, a Muslim goes out to pray `Eid with his or her fellow brothers and sisters. Every member of the community should share the happiness and attend the gathering of the `Eid.

`Eid Al-Adha: A Model for Sharing and Caring

This article discusses the rites and rituals a pilgrim need to carry out on the first two days of Hajj, namely, the Tarwiyah and 'Arafat Days.

Rites of Tarwiyah and ‘Arafah Days, the First Two Days of Hajj

On no other day does the Satan feel so belittled, humiliated, and angry as he does on the Day of `Arafah.

Excellence of the Day of `Arafah

The article talks about the excellence of the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah, their respective wisdom and what to do to make the best use of them.

All about the First Ten Days of Dhul-Hijjah

The E-Da`wah Committee is pleased to present this short video on the merits of the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah days and the things that every Muslim should do during them.

What to Do on the First Ten Days of Dhul-Hijjah (EDC Video)