Islamic Studies - The Fundamentals of Haj Tamattui
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Islamic Studies The Fundamentals of Haj Tamattui The sequence of events done in Haj Tammatui (which counts for Haj and Umrah) is as follows: 1. Entering into Ihram from Miqat Before wearing the Ihram, one should take the opportunity to shower and clean one's self. One must then wear the Ihram, which consists of a loincloth and an apparel, with the head uncovered for men, whereas women are to wear their Islamic custom, wearing neither face cover nor gloves. However, a woman may cover her face with a slight veil only if her beauty is tempting enough to cause seduction. Then the intention is declared which is: "Labbayka-Allahumma-Hajjan" After taking these steps it is prohibited for the pilgrims to wear sewn clothes, remove or pluck hairs, clip nails, cover their heads, use perfume, hunt, enter into marriage contracts, have sexual intercourse, or cut the trees of the Sacred Precinct. When the sacred precinct (miqat) is reached...


