Praying Two Rak‘ahs Before Ihram

If not during a prohibited time, it is Sunnah to pray two rak‘ahs before assuming Ihram.

Sunnah Acts While In Ihram

Reciting The Talbiyah Frequently

The Sunnah Talbiyah is:
“Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk…”
Pilgrims should recite the Talbiyah abundantly until the time prescribed for each Hajj type.

Raising the Voice in Talbiyah (Men)

Men are encouraged to raise their voices moderately, while women recite softly.

Sunnah Acts During Tawaf

Beginning Tawaf from Hajar al-Aswad

Touching or kissing the Black Stone if possible, without harming others. If not possible, raise your hand and say, Allahu Akbar.

Ramal for Men

Walking briskly during the first three rounds of Tawaf-ul-Qudoom (for men only).

Idtiba (Uncovering Right Shoulder)

During Tawaf-ul-Qudoom, it is Sunnah for men to uncover their right shoulder.

Making Du‘a Between Rukn-e-Yamani and Hajr-e-Aswad

The Prophet ﷺ frequently recited:
“Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah…”

Sunnah Acts During Sa’i

Starting Sa’i from Safa

Pilgrims should start the Sa’i ritual from Safa hill, facing the Kaaba, praising Allah (SWT) and making du’a.

Walking Briskly Between Green Lights (Men)

This commemorates the struggle of Hajar (RA).

Sunnah Acts on the Day of Arafah

Staying at Arafah Until Sunset

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ remained at Arafah until Maghrib.

Engaging in Du‘a and Dhikr

The best du‘a is the du‘a of Arafah, especially from midday until sunset.

Sunnah Acts at Muzdalifah

Collecting Pebbles

Collecting pebbles for stoning the Jamarat in Mina.

Spending the Night

The Prophet ﷺ spent the night at Muzdalifah and prayed Fajr salah early.

Sunnah Acts of Sacrifice and Shaving

Eating from the Sacrificial Meat

It is Sunnah to eat from the Qurbani meat if possible.

Shaving the Head (Men)

Shaving is superior to trimming.

Sunnah Acts Before Leaving Makkah

Performing Tawaf-ul-Wida

A farewell Tawaf before departing Makkah (exempt for menstruating women).

General Sunnah Conduct During Hajj

• Maintaining patience and good character
• Avoiding arguments and disputes
• Helping fellow pilgrims
• Being gentle and forgiving