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

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)

`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

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

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)

Hajj is a life-time journey; if conducted properly, it will erase all sins of the pilgrim. So, what do you know about its rituals?

A Brief Guide to Hajj By E Da`wah Committee (EDC)

Why are these 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah important? What are some of the thing I can be doing during these 10 days?

How Should I Be Spending These 10 Days Of Dhul-Hijjah?

Miqat is a place at a distance outside Makkah, which pilgrims must not cross before they are in a state of Ihram if they intend to enter Al-Masjid Al-Haram for Hajj or `Umrah.

The 5 Places of Miqat by E-Da`wah Committee (EDC)

One of the messages of Hajj is that it recognizes no difference among humans on the basis of race but rather is more concerned with personal integrity.

Hajj Is a Shift Away from Racism and Towards Social Equality

The Prophet (peace be upon him) performed one Hajj in his life time. Should that not be an indication to us to only perform one Hajj rather than several?

Is It Okay to Do More Than One Hajj?

Hajj is upon us in a few days and a lot of people wonder if there are any specific du`aa’s the Prophet (peace be upon him) made.

Are There Any Specific Du`aas the Prophet Made During Hajj?

What Is the Significance of Wearing Ihram? What is the wisdom behind doing this? Is there any significance in wearing and being in the state of Ihram?

What Is the Significance of Wearing Ihram?

Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam. All Muslims who fulfill certain conditions must perform Hajj at least once in their lifetime. What are these conditions? Are there any prerequisites of Hajj? The answers to these and many other similar questions can help you in making decisions, and in planning for Hajj in a better and more efficient fashion.

Preparations for Hajj… How to Get Ready!

What Are the Benefits of Hajj? What does it teach about God? How does it affect one's inner self and other areas of their life?

What Are the Benefits of Hajj?

The origin of Hajj is rooted in the Prophet Ibrahim’s life. That story is very instructive, and illustrative. It teaches us about the true meaning and significance of Hajj….

The Story of Hajj: How Did It Begin? (Part 1)

The first steps in Hajj are to put on the clothing of ihram and then to make the intention of ihram at the miqat. The intention of ihram varies according to the mode of Hajj you choose.

How to Make Hajj (1/3)

“Tawheed” (the Oneness of God) was the message with which all the messengers and prophets were sent to establish on earth. Click to read how this concept is reflected in the rituals of hajj.

Hajj: It Is All About God’s Oneness

After finishing the rituals of the first day of `Eid, you are done with the major rituals of Hajj - the pillars of Hajj - and therefore you are totally absolved of the state of ihram.

How to Make Hajj (3/3)

After you have made the necessary preparations - paid your debts, repented, absolved yourself of any wrongdoing toward others, etc. - you are ready to take the first step in the blessed journey: ihram.

How to Make Hajj (2/3)

What did Abraham’s ancestors do with his message, teachings? What did happen with the Ka’bah, the notion of monotheism? Did pilgrimage continue to be practiced? How long did this last?

Hajj: From Abraham to Muhammad, and In-between