Ihram for Umrah: The Holy State of Being Pure and Devoted
Before going on Umrah, every traveler must be in Ihram, a holy state of being pure and spiritually ready. It stands for submitting to Allah, being humble, and being devoted. Before joining Ihram, one must first clean themselves physically and spiritually. Pilgrims are told to do Ghusl (a traditional cleansing), cut their nails, and get rid of hair that they don't want. Men wear two white, seamless garments, one around their hips and the other over their shoulders. Women, on the other hand, cover their whole bodies with modest, loose clothing that doesn't cover their faces or hands.
Pilgrims make the intention (Niyyah) for Umrah and recite the Talbiyah before passing the Miqat, which is the designated border. This marks their entry into Ihram. When in this holy state, people aren't allowed to do certain things, like cut their hair or nails, wear makeup, have sexual relations, or use bad language. Men shouldn't cover their heads or wear clothes that are sewn together, and women shouldn't cover their faces or hands unless they have to. The rules of Ihram serve as a reminder of how important it is to be humble, fair, and not involved in the matters of this world.
Pilgrims stay in Ihram until they finish the most important parts of Umrah, such as Tawaf (walking around the Kaaba) and Sa'i (walking between Safa and Marwa). Trimming or cutting the hair is the last thing that must be done to leave Ihram. Men have to shave or trim their hair, and women have to cut their hair to at least the tip of their finger. By doing this, the pilgrim ends their trip in Ihram and goes back to their normal state. Being in Ihram is a very spiritual part of the Umrah journey because it teaches you to be patient, self-disciplined, and to depend only on Allah.
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