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How much do you know about Hajj and Umrah?

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Question 1: Hajj is which of the Five Pillars of Islam?

The fifth pillar

Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam, obligatory once in a lifetime for every Muslim who is physically and financially able to make the journey.

Question 2: In which city is the Kaaba located?

Makkah

The Kaaba stands in Makkah, in the Masjid al-Haram, and is the direction Muslims face in prayer everywhere in the world.

Question 3: What is the simple white garment worn by male pilgrims during Hajj called?

Ihram

Ihram refers to both the sacred state of pilgrimage and the two pieces of unstitched white cloth worn by male pilgrims, symbolizing equality and humility before Allah.

Question 4: What is the seven-time circling of the Kaaba called?

Tawaf

Tawaf is the ritual of circling the Kaaba seven times, performed during both Hajj and Umrah.

Question 5: What is the ritual of walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah called?

Sa'i

Sa'i commemorates Hajar's search for water for her son Ismail, walking back and forth between Safa and Marwah seven times.

Question 6: On which day of Hajj do pilgrims stand at the plain of Arafat, considered the most essential rite of the pilgrimage?

The 9th of Dhul Hijjah

The Day of Arafat, the 9th of Dhul Hijjah, is when pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafat in prayer and reflection. It is widely considered the central rite of Hajj.

Question 7: What is the well near the Kaaba, associated with Hajar and Ismail, that pilgrims drink from?

Zamzam

The well of Zamzam is said to have sprung up to provide water for Hajar and her infant son Ismail, and pilgrims drink from it to this day.

Question 8: What is the ritual of throwing pebbles at the pillars in Mina called?

Rami

Rami, the stoning of the pillars at Mina, commemorates Ibrahim's rejection of Satan's temptation and is performed over several days of Hajj.

Question 9: Which animal sacrifice, performed during Hajj, commemorates Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah?

Qurbani

Qurbani, the sacrifice of an animal during the days of Hajj, recalls the story of Ibrahim and his son, and the meat is distributed to those in need.

Question 10: What is the main difference between Hajj and Umrah?

Umrah can be performed at any time of year, while Hajj has fixed dates

Umrah shares some rites with Hajj but can be performed at any time of the year, while Hajj takes place during specific days of the month of Dhul Hijjah.

Question 11: In which month of the Islamic calendar does Hajj take place?

Dhul Hijjah

Hajj takes place during Dhul Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.

Question 12: Which of these is NOT a requirement for Hajj to become obligatory on a Muslim?

Having already performed Umrah

Hajj becomes obligatory on a Muslim who is physically able, financially able, and of sound mind. Having previously performed Umrah is not a requirement.

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About the Hajj and Umrah Quiz

Hajj is the pilgrimage to Makkah that every able Muslim is required to perform at least once in their lifetime. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and draws millions of pilgrims each year to retrace the steps of Prophet Ibrahim and Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

This hajj quiz covers 12 questions and answers on the pillars of Hajj, the rites of Umrah, and the places that make this journey unlike any other. See how much you know, then share it with someone preparing for their own pilgrimage.