Umrah عُمْرَة

The lesser pilgrimage to Makkah, which can be performed at any time of the year.

Arabic
عُمْرَة
Transliteration
Umrah
Meaning
The lesser pilgrimage
Topic
Worship & practice

About Umrah

Umrah consists of entering ihram, performing tawaf around the Kaaba, sa'i between Safa and Marwa, and then shaving or trimming the hair. It is shorter than hajj and has no standing at Arafah. Scholars differ on whether it is obligatory once in a lifetime or strongly recommended.

Related on QuranCentral

Hajj and Umrah guide

See also

  • Hajj حَجّ — Pilgrimage to Makkah
  • Ihram إِحْرَام — State of pilgrim consecration
  • Tawaf طَوَاف — Circling the Kaaba
  • Sa'i سَعْي — Walking between Safa and Marwa

These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.