Umrah is a recommended, yet highly rewarding, act of worship that signifies devotion and submission to Allah. Learn the rules, rituals, benefits, and differences of Umrah from Hajj in this comprehensive guide. Umrah, the ‘minor pilgrimage’ undertaken by Muslims whenever they enter Mecca. Its similarity to the major and obligatory Islamic pilgrimage (hajj) made some fusion of the two natural, though pilgrims have the choice of performing the umrah separately or in combination with the hajj. Umrah is a voluntary pilgrimage to Makkah that involves performing rituals around the Ka'aba. It is a Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that offers forgiveness, purification and blessings for Muslims. Umrah is a voluntary visit to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, that involves circling the Kaaba and walking between Safa and Marwah. Learn about its history, rituals, and current status amid the coronavirus pandemic.
