Umrah, often known as the “lesser pilgrimage,” is a non-mandatory act of worship in Islam but holds immense spiritual value for Muslims. Unlike Hajj, Umrah can be performed at any time of the year.
The rituals of Umrah include Ihram (a state of sanctity), Tawaf (circumambulating the Kaaba), Sa’i (walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah), and finally, Halq or Taqsir (shortening or shaving the hair).
Though simpler and shorter in its performance compared to Hajj, Umrah offers a unique opportunity for Muslims to cleanse their sins, seek divine mercy, and renew their faith in Allah, all within the serene vicinity of the Kaaba.