A person wants to send his parents to ‘Umrah from his money first before he goes to ‘Umrah himself – is this action permissible?
There is no harm in doing so and that is from the actions of kindness towardsone’s parents, and there is no obligation that the donor must first go to ‘Umrah […]
If the money saved for ‘Umrah cannot cover but one thing – paying the debt installment or ‘Umrah, which should come first?
If performing the ‘Umrah would prevent the payment of the debt installment in itsdue time, then one should pay the debt installment and not go to Umrah.
If a person has an outstanding loan, does he have to seek the permission of the creditor in order to be able to travel and perform ‘Umrah?
He can go to ‘Umrah even if he does not seek the creditor’s permission, as longas there is enough money to cover the monthly installment, or that the installmenttime is […]
A person has monthly scheduled debt payments that are being paid on time – can he go to ‘Umrah?
Yes, he can. Real estate loans, commercial business loans, and other similarloans that require monthly scheduled payments are not a hindrance toperforming worship.
What is the ruling on borrowing money to perform ‘Umrah?
Whomever does not have what covers the cost of ‘Umrah is not obligated tocomplete this act of worship, and that is due to inability. However, whomever isable to borrow and […]
What is the permissibility of a pregnant woman going to ‘Umrah?
She is allowed to do that, but after she consults with a doctor in that matter.
If the doctor orders any patient not to perform ‘Umrah, should he obey the doctor’s order?
Yes, because the doctor is more knowledgeable of the person’s capacity from amedical standpoint to complete the rituals. This is in terms of ability andassuming the doctor is of the […]
Is it permissible to perform Istikhara before going to ‘Umrah?
Yes, but not for the ‘Umrah itself, but rather to determine timing of travel, choice ofcompany, or choice of Umrah package.
Should one who desires to perform ‘Umrah know its rulings?
Yes, he should read, understand, and ask.
What are the preferred acts of ‘Umrah?
There are many preferred acts of ‘Umrah. Amongst the most important of themare: trimming the nails performing Ghusl, and perfuming the body BEFORE Ihram. As for after Ihram, it is […]
What are the preferred acts of ‘Umrah?
There are many preferred acts of ‘Umrah. Amongst the most important of themare: trimming the nails, performing Ghusl, and perfuming the body BEFOREIhram. As for after Ihram, it is preferred […]
What are the mandatory acts of ‘Umrah?
Mandatory acts of ‘Umrah include: making the intention to enter the state of Ihramfrom the Meeqat, for a man to strip himself of stitched clothing, and to shavehead hair or […]
