{"regions":[],"appeals":[],"seo":{},"data":{"banner":"images\/qurbani\/banner\/177728406369ef33dfdbc98.jpg","intro_heading":"What is Hajj?","intro_short_heading":"The Blessed Month of Dhul-Hijjah","intro_description":"<p>Hajj is the annual pilgrimage to <strong>Makkah<\/strong>, required once in a lifetime for all financially and physically able Muslims. It commemorates the legacy of <strong>Prophet Ibrahim (AS)<\/strong> and takes place during <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/dhul-hijjah\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Dhul Hijjah<\/a>, the final month of the Islamic calendar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"background-color: #DBEAFE; color: #1E3A8A; padding: 16px; border-left: 4px solid #3B82F6; border-radius: 6px;\"><em>&ldquo;And proclaim to the people the Hajj&hellip;&rdquo; &ndash; Surah Al-Hajj (22:27)<\/em><br \/>\r\n&nbsp;<\/p>","intro_short_description":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><meta charset=\"utf-8\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><b id=\"docs-internal-guid-7a9ffd3b-7fff-6ffa-511b-e433f4099a27\">&ldquo;There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.&rdquo; - Hadith<\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u200b<strong>\u200b<\/strong>These<b>&nbsp;<\/b>ten days carry unmatched spiritual weight. Believers are encouraged to engage in extra prayers, fasting, charity, and remembrance of Allah to multiply their rewards.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\"><b id=\"docs-internal-guid-7a9ffd3b-7fff-6ffa-511b-e433f4099a27\">The Day of Arafah (9th Dhul-Hijjah):<\/b><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>\u200b<\/strong>A<b id=\"docs-internal-guid-7a9ffd3b-7fff-6ffa-511b-e433f4099a27\">&nbsp;<\/b>pivotal day in the Hajj pilgrimage, and a highly recommended day of fasting for non-pilgrims. The Prophet \ufdfa said fasting on this day expiates the sins of the previous and coming year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\"><b id=\"docs-internal-guid-7a9ffd3b-7fff-6ffa-511b-e433f4099a27\">Tashreeq Days (10th&ndash;13th Dhul-Hijjah):<\/b><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>\u200b<\/strong>These are days of celebration, worship, and continued remembrance of Allah. They begin with Eid al-Adha and extend through the days of sacrifice and Takbeer.<\/p>","intro_image":"images\/qurbani\/intro\/174722225868247ef2432a8.png","intro_short_image":"images\/qurbani\/intro-short\/17464492736818b37920319.jpg","guidelines":"<p data-end=\"156\" data-start=\"0\"><strong data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"0\" style=\"font-size: 2em; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.3;\">Hajj 2026 Dates<\/strong><br data-end=\"22\" data-start=\"19\" \/>\r\nAnticipated from <strong>May&nbsp;<\/strong><strong data-end=\"57\" data-start=\"39\">25 ,2026 <\/strong><strong data-end=\"57\" data-start=\"39\">to<\/strong><strong data-end=\"57\" data-start=\"39\">&nbsp;May 30 ,2026<\/strong>, depending on moon sighting. The primary rituals will take place from <strong data-end=\"155\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"128\">8th to 13th <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/dhul-hijjah\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Dhul Hijjah<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"187\" data-start=\"158\"><strong data-end=\"185\" data-start=\"158\">Step-by-Step Hajj Guide<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"188\">\r\n\t<li data-end=\"245\" data-start=\"188\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"245\" data-start=\"191\"><strong data-end=\"200\" data-start=\"191\">Ihram<\/strong>: Entering the sacred state with intention<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"246\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"249\"><strong data-end=\"258\" data-start=\"249\">Tawaf<\/strong>: Circling the Kaaba<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"329\" data-start=\"282\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"329\" data-start=\"285\"><strong data-end=\"293\" data-start=\"285\">Sa&rsquo;i<\/strong>: Walking between Safa and Marwah<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"390\" data-start=\"330\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"390\" data-start=\"333\"><strong data-end=\"343\" data-start=\"333\">Arafah<\/strong>: Standing at Arafat, the day of forgiveness<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"450\" data-start=\"391\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"450\" data-start=\"394\"><strong data-end=\"408\" data-start=\"394\">Muzdalifah<\/strong>: Spending the night under the open sky<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"507\" data-start=\"451\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"507\" data-start=\"454\"><strong data-end=\"462\" data-start=\"454\">Ramy<\/strong>: Throwing pebbles at the symbolic pillars<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"508\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"511\"><strong data-end=\"522\" data-start=\"511\">Qurbani<\/strong>: Offering the sacrificial animal<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"559\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"562\"><strong data-end=\"588\" data-start=\"562\">Tawaf al-Ifadah &amp; Wada<\/strong>: Completing the final rituals<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"777\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"621\">With <strong data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"626\">Alkhidmat<\/strong>, you can fulfill your <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/donations\/islamic-giving\/qurbani\"><strong data-end=\"682\" data-start=\"662\">Qurbani donation<\/strong><\/a>, helping ensure that <strong data-end=\"746\" data-start=\"704\">fresh meat reaches vulnerable families<\/strong> in <strong data-end=\"776\" data-start=\"750\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/pakistan\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Pakistan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/palestine\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Palestine<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\n<strong data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"0\" style=\"font-size: 2em; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.3;\">Spiritual Impact<\/strong><br \/>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 13px;\">Hajj purifies the soul, renews faith, and unites the Ummah<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Whoever performs Hajj, returns like a newborn.&rdquo; <strong>(Bukhari\u200b)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:24px;\"><strong>Prepare for Hajj 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\u25cf Attend pre-Hajj workshops<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Understand Travel guidelines<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Learn key duas and rulings<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Pack essential items with car<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size:24px;\">Give Back This Dhul Hijjah<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\r\nNot traveling? You can still earn reward:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\u25cf Donate <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/qurbani\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Qurbani<\/a> through Alkhidmat<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Give a Prophetic Qurbani<br \/>\r\n&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/donations\/islamic-giving\/qurbani\/dhul-hijjah\/best-10-days\" target=\"_self\"><img alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/_next\/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Falkhidmat.org%2Fbackend%2Fimages%2Fqurbani%2Fbanner%2F177685181969e89b6bcb665.jpg&amp;w=2048&amp;q=75\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong data-end=\"316\" data-start=\"272\"><span style=\"font-size:22px;\">Act Now, Earn Forever &ndash; This Dhul Hijja<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"552\" data-start=\"142\">The first <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/dhul-hijjah\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">ten days of Dhul Hijjah<\/a> are among the most sacred days in the Islamic calendar. These days hold immense spiritual value, and any good deed performed during this time is greatly multiplied in reward. It&#39;s a time to reflect, reconnect with your faith, and extend your hand to those in need. Giving back during these blessed days not only helps others but also brings you closer to Allah.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"604\" data-start=\"554\">Here&rsquo;s how you can make the most of these 10 days:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"606\">\r\n\t<li data-end=\"694\" data-start=\"606\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"694\" data-start=\"608\"><strong data-end=\"625\" data-start=\"608\">Give Charity:<\/strong> Support causes that matter to you and help those who are struggling.<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"785\" data-start=\"695\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"785\" data-start=\"697\"><strong data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"697\">Increase Worship:<\/strong> Perform extra prayers, recite the Qur&rsquo;an, and make constant dhikr.<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"786\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"788\"><strong data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"788\">Fast the First Nine Days:<\/strong> Especially on the Day of Arafah, which carries great reward.<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"964\" data-start=\"879\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"964\" data-start=\"881\"><strong data-end=\"900\" data-start=\"881\">Help the Needy:<\/strong> Provide food, clothing, or support to those in need around you.<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"965\">\r\n\t<p data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"967\"><strong data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"967\">Make Dua:<\/strong> Use this sacred time to ask Allah for forgiveness, guidance, and blessings.<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"1142\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"1058\">Make every moment count and let your actions reflect the true spirit of Dhul Hijjah.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"1142\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"1058\">&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p data-end=\"1142\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"1058\">&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:24px;\"><strong>Eid-ul-Adha &amp; Qurbani<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/eidaladha\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Eid-ul-Adha<\/a>, also known as Eid e Qurban, begins after the main rites of Hajj on the 10th of <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/get-involved\/resources\/dhul-hijjah\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Dhul Hijjah<\/a>. It honors the unwavering obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), who was willing to sacrifice his son for the sake of Allah<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>This day is celebrated by Muslims worldwide through acts of worship, charity, and <a href=\"https:\/\/alkhidmat.org\/qurbani\" style=\"color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\">Qurbani <\/a>(sacrifice of an animal), which symbolizes submission to Allah&rsquo;s will and compassion for the poor<\/p>","faq_heading":"Hajj 2026 FAQs","faqs":[{"question":"What intentions (niyyah) should one have when going for Hajj?","answer":"<p>The intention should be to sincerely fulfill Allah&rsquo;s command, not for status, pride, or tourism. A pure niyyah earns the reward of an accepted Hajj free from sin and full of mercy<\/p>"},{"question":"How does Hajj help in building patience and humility?","answer":"<p>Hajj tests physical and emotional limits through crowds, heat, fatigue, and discomfort reminding the pilgrim of life&rsquo;s temporary nature and cultivating sabr (patience), humility, and reliance on Allah.<\/p>"},{"question":"Is there a specific dua for acceptance of Hajj?","answer":"<p>Yes, among many, the following dua is powerful:\u064f<br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\n<strong>\u0627\u0644\u0644\u064e\u0651\u0647\u064f\u0645\u064e\u0651 \u062a\u064e\u0642\u064e\u0628\u064e\u0651\u0644\u0652 \u062d\u064e\u062c\u0650\u0651\u064a \u0648\u064e\u0627\u062c\u0652\u0639\u064e\u0644\u0652\u0647\u064f \u0645\u064e\u0628\u0652\u0631\u064f\u0648\u0631\u064b\u0627 \u0648\u064e\u0633\u064e\u0639\u0652\u064a\u0650\u064a \u0645\u064e\u0634\u0652\u0643\u064f\u0648\u0631\u064b\u0627 \u0648\u064e\u0630\u064e\u0646\u0652\u0628\u0650\u064a \u0645\u064e\u063a\u0652\u0641\u064f\u0648\u0631\u064b\u0627<br \/>\r\n&ldquo;O Allah, accept my Hajj, make it righteous, my effort appreciated, and my sins forgiven.&rdquo;<\/strong><\/p>"},{"question":"Can a person with debt perform Hajj?","answer":"<p>It is preferred to clear debts before performing Hajj. However, if the creditor permits, or if arrangements have been made to repay, the person may go. Islam emphasizes fulfilling rights before optional acts.<\/p>"},{"question":"Is Hajj accepted if done through unlawful income?","answer":"<p>No. Hajj performed using unlawful (haram) wealth is not accepted. The Prophet\u0635\u0644\u0649 \u0627\u0644\u0644\u0647 \u0639\u0644\u064a\u0647 \u0648\u0633\u0644\u0645said:<br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\n&ldquo;Indeed, Allah is pure and only accepts what is pure.&rdquo;<br \/>\r\nIt&rsquo;s vital to ensure Hajj is funded through halal means<\/p>"},{"question":"How should a person spiritually prepare for Hajj?","answer":"<p>\u25cf Increase prayer, Quran recitation, and dhikr.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Seek forgiveness from others.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Repent sincerely to Allah.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Learn about the Prophet&rsquo;s way of performing Hajj.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Make peace with family and settle debts or disputes.<\/p>"},{"question":"Is there a difference between a Hajj that is \u2018Mabroor\u2019 and one that is not?","answer":"<p>Yes. <strong>A Hajj Mabroor<\/strong> is one that is accepted by Allah, marked by good behavior, sincerity, and no sinful activity. Its reward is <strong>nothing less than Paradise<\/strong> (Sahih Bukhari).<\/p>"},{"question":"Can a person perform Hajj every year?","answer":"<p>While it is permissible, scholars recommend allowing others the chance to perform this obligation especially if quotas and waiting lists are in place.<\/p>"},{"question":"What are the signs that a Hajj has been accepted?","answer":"<p>While only Allah knows, signs of an accepted Hajj include:<br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\n\u25cf A noticeable change in the person&rsquo;s behavior and sincerity.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Avoidance of sin post-Hajj.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Increased humility, prayer, and generosity.<br \/>\r\n\u25cf Detachment from materialism and worldly desires.<\/p>"}],"impact_image":"images\/qurbani\/impact\/1746599395681afde343106.png","impact_heading":"Impact of Qurbani 2025","impact_arr":[{"name":"Goats\/Sheeps","figure":"3,593"},{"name":"Cows\/Bulls","figure":"6,898"},{"name":"Meat Packs","figure":"280,846"},{"name":"Beneficiaries","figure":"1.4 Million"}],"page_title":"Hajj 2026","resource_heading":"","resource_description":"","resource_arr":[],"video_heading":"","video_description":"","full_video":"","gallery_heading":"","gallery_description":"","gallery_arr":[]},"services":[],"slug":"hajj-2026","status":1}