“What is Umrah in Islam?” is the most searched term for Muslims. Indeed, Umrah is an Arabic word that means “going to a populated place.” For Muslims, it is an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. There is no time limit for performing it, except for the five days of Hajj, which span from the...Read More
Umrah is a spiritual journey, also known as a ‘minor’ pilgrimage, performed by Muslims at Islam’s most sacred place – Makkah. Derived from an Arabic word, “E’atmar” means “Visit”, one performs it to purify his soul, get in touch with his inner peace, and get closer to Allah. It is not a mandatory pilgrimage like...Read More
Pigeon towers come in a variety of shapes and sizes throughout the Middle East. Their use dates back to at least the Middle Ages. The towers, far from being a pointless hobby, provided farmers with much-needed fertiliser. They were made of logs and mud. Visitors from all over the world come to see the tower’s...Read More
What is the basis of Islamic finance and banking? Islam teaches us about peace, cooperation, equality, and social progress. The importance of Islam and its teachings is not limited to worship, Hajj and Umrah. but it encompasses all the matters of life. The highest moral and ethical values form the basis of the Islamic financial...Read More
Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), or Abraham, is the common patriarch of the Abrahamic religions of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. He is a central figure in all three faiths for rejecting polytheism long before the rise of other monotheistic religions. In Genesis 22, “God tested Abraham. God said, ‘Take your son, your only son,...Read More
Marking the second day of Hajj and the day before Eid Al-Adha, the holy day of Arafat is the day of repentance, when those on the pilgrimage of Hajj travel to Mount Arafat as the last leg of their journey to have their sins forgiven. Muslims who are not on the pilgrimage of Hajj can...Read More
MAKKAH: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the commencement of Hajj Registration of International Pilgrims. The Ministry said that ‘Nusuk’ will be the only platform through which Pilgrims from Europe, Americas and Australia can book their packages for Hajj. The registration began on Wednesday, 8 February 2023 on Hajj.Nusuk.saRead More
Top Hotels in Mecca No matter how extensively you travel around the world. There is only one place where you can find the ultimate serenity and tranquility. That is Mecca-the city of Allah’s house. Here are some of the top hotels in Mecca that you can get booked for the Umrah package. Raffles Makkah Palace...Read More
If the pilgrim leaves Mina and it is easy for him to pass the night at Al Muhassab and then depart, it is meritorious but not obligatory. It is only an act of emulating the Messenger of Allah(PBUH). But observing this may not be accessible due to the widespread crowdedness of buildings. When the pilgrim...Read More
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set insurance mandatory for foreign pilgrims regarding lesser pilgrimage. This update will only apply to arrivals from abroad as confirmed by GULF NEWS. According to Ministry, insurance document holders will get benefits up to SR 100,000. Umrah insurance policy is one of the mandatory documents for foreigners entering...Read More