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Clear definitions of essential Hajj and Umrah terms.

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Essential terms

Glossary / Essential termsIhramA sacred state entered before crossing the applicable miqat.Read guide Glossary / Essential termsTawafSeven circuits around the Kaaba.Read guide Glossary / Essential termsSa’iSeven passages between Safa and Marwah.Read guide Glossary / Essential termsHadyThe sacrifice associated with certain Hajj types.Read guide

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Essential places

Glossary / Essential placesMinaThe site where pilgrims stay during several stages of Hajj.Read guide Glossary / Essential placesArafatThe site of the standing on the ninth of Dhul Hijjah.Read guide