There are three types (or methods) of performing Hajj,
- Tamattu
- Umrah then Hajj
- The pilgrim would first perform Umrah
- Entering into Ihraam at the Meeqat with the Niyah for Umrah
- After performing Umrah the pilgrim must come out of the state of Ihraam
- The pilgrim would then perform Hajj
- Entering back into Ihraam with Niyah for Hajj on the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah
- There are two separate Niyah’s (one for Umrah and then one for Hajj)
- Animal sacrifice is compulsory
- Pilgrim is called Mutammati
- Qiran
- Umrah and Hajj together (in one Niyah)
- The pilgrim would first perform Umrah
- Entering into Ihraam at the Meeqat with the Niyah for Umrah and Hajj
- After performing Umrah the pilgrim must NOT come out of the state of Ihraam
- The pilgrim would then perform Hajj
- Animal sacrifice is compulsory
- The pilgrim must have with them the animal for sacrifice
- Pilgrim is called Qaarin
- Ifrad
- This is Hajj only without Umrah
- You would perform this type if you live in Mecca (Makkah)
- Animal sacrifice is optional
- Pilgrim is called Mufrid
Note
- Ihraam = A state in which one is prohibited to practice certain deeds that are lawful at other times. i.e. A state of ritual consecration
- Meqaat = Boundary of the area around Mecca (Makkah) which a pilgrim should not pass without being in Ihraam
- Niyah = Intention
Ref
- This post is an updated version of my earlier post – Hajj – Types
- “My Hajj – Part 1 – Introduction”, By The Wahy Project, 2017
- “Getting the Best out of Al-Hajj (Pilgrimage)”, By Abu Muneer Ismail Davids, Published by Darussalam, Second Edition – August, 2006, Pg. 35 [10004]