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Sunnah Acts Of Umrah

Umrah is a sacred journey to the blessed city of Makkah. It is one of the highly rewarding acts of worship, also known as the minor Hajj. The validity of Umrah depends on fulfilling its pillars and obligations, while observing the Sunnah acts enables pilgrims to perform it according to the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

These Sunnah acts enhance humility, presence of mind, heart and help gain immense spiritual rewards. Following the Sunnah during Umrah transforms the pilgrimage from a set of rituals into a deeply meaningful act of worship rooted in prophetic guidance.

Observing the Sunnah Before Entering Ihram

It is from the Sunnah to prepare for Ihram with cleanliness and intention. Pilgrims are encouraged to:

Perform ghusl (ritual bath) before assuming Ihram, even if a person is not in a state of major impurity
Apply unscented oil to the body (before Ihram, not after)
Wear the prescribed Ihram garments calmly and mindfully
Pray two rak‘ahs before entering Ihram (if not at a disliked time for prayer)

Once intention is made, the pilgrim should recite the Talbiyah aloud (for men) and softly (for women), repeating it frequently until reaching the Haram.

“Labbayka Allahumma Umrah…” — responding to the call of Allah with presence and devotion.

Obligatory Acts In Umrah or Fard and Wajibs of Umrah

The most important acts of worship during Umrah, also called the four pillars of Umrah are:

(a) To assume the state of Ihram after reciting Talbiyah with the intention of Umrah.
(b) To perform Tawaf i.e. the seven circuits of Kaabah
(c) To perform Sa’ey between the hills of Safa and Marwah (after Tawaf) and to begin it from Safa
and end it at Marwah. (d) To Perform Qasr i.e. shaving of head (male pilgrim) or clipping of hair (female pilgrim)