A Complete Guide to Hajj Duas: Arabic and English with Easy Wording
Introduction
Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah, is a profound spiritual journey that every Muslim strives to undertake at least once in their lifetime. During this sacred journey, pilgrims perform various rites and rituals, each accompanied by specific supplications (duas) in Arabic. Reciting these duas with understanding and sincerity enhances the spiritual experience of Hajj. This comprehensive guide provides the essential Hajj duas in both Arabic and English, ensuring clarity and ease for all pilgrims.
Preparation and Intention (Niyyah)
Dua for Intention
Before beginning the journey, it is crucial to make a sincere intention (niyyah) for Hajj. This intention sets the spiritual tone for the pilgrimage.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ إنِّي أرَدتُ الحجَّ فيسِّرْهُ لي وتَقبَّلْهُ منِّي"
English: "O Allah, I intend to perform Hajj. Please make it easy for me and accept it from me."
Entering the State of Ihram
Dua for Entering Ihram
Upon entering the state of Ihram, pilgrims wear specific clothing and recite the Talbiyah, expressing their readiness to answer Allah’s call.
Arabic: "لَبَّيْكَ اللّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ، لاَ شَرِيكَ لَكَ"
English: "Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Verily all praise, grace, and sovereignty belong to You. You have no partner."
Tawaf (Circling the Kaaba)
Dua for Tawaf
While performing Tawaf, pilgrims circumambulate the Kaaba seven times. Starting at the Black Stone, they make a specific dua at each round.
Arabic: "بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُمَّ إِيمَانًا بِكَ وَتَصْدِيقًا بِكِتَابِكَ وَوَفَاءً بِعَهْدِكَ وَاتِّبَاعًا لِسُنَّةِ نَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدٍ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ"
English: "In the name of Allah, Allah is the Greatest. O Allah, with faith in You, belief in Your Book, loyalty to You, and following the way of Your Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)."
Sa’i (Walking Between Safa and Marwah)
Dua for Sa’i
Sa’i involves walking seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah, reenacting Hajar’s search for water.
Arabic: "إِنَّ الصَّفَا وَالْمَرْوَةَ مِن شَعَائِرِ اللَّهِ فَمَنْ حَجَّ الْبَيْتَ أَوِ اعْتَمَرَ فَلَا جُنَاحَ عَلَيْهِ أَن يَطَّوَّفَ بِهِمَا وَمَن تَطَوَّعَ خَيْرًا فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ شَاكِرٌ عَلِيمٌ"
English: "Verily, Safa and Marwah are among the symbols of Allah. So whoever makes Hajj to the House or performs Umrah, there is no sin on him to walk between them. And whoever volunteers good, then verily, Allah is All-Recognizing, All-Knowing."
Clipping/Shaving Hair (End of Umrah)
Dua for Clipping/Shaving Hair
After completing Umrah, men shave their heads or clip a portion of their hair, while women cut a small part. This act symbolizes purification.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ تقبَّلْ مني نسكي واحْلِقْ لي شَعْرِي"
English: "O Allah, accept this from me and purify me. Ameen."
Resting and Preparing for Hajj
Dua for Resting and Worship
Between Umrah and Hajj, pilgrims spend time in worship and reflection, preparing for the next steps.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ هذه الأيَّام مباركة، وامنحْني القوَّةَ والاستِعدادَ لأداء الحَجّ"
English: "O Allah, make these days blessed, and grant me the strength and readiness to perform Hajj. Ameen."
Entering the State of Ihram Again (Day 1/8th Dhul Hijjah)
Dua for Entering Ihram Again
On the 8th of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims re-enter the state of Ihram, marking the beginning of the Hajj rites.
Arabic: "لَبَّيْكَ اللّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ، لاَ شَرِيكَ لَكَ"
English: "Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Verily all praise, grace, and sovereignty belong to You. You have no partner."
Mina
Dua for Mina
Pilgrims travel to Mina, where they spend the day and night in prayer and reflection.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ مَقامي في مِنَى مباركًا وقَبِّلْ دُعائي"
English: "O Allah, make my stay in Mina blessed and accept my prayers. Ameen."
Day of Arafah (Day 2/9th Dhul Hijjah)
Dua for Arafah
The Day of Arafah is the most important day of Hajj. Pilgrims stand in prayer and supplication, seeking Allah’s forgiveness.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لي ذُنُوبي وتَقَبَّلْ حَجِّي، وارْحَمْني برَحْمَتِكَ"
English: "O Allah, forgive my sins and accept my Hajj. Have mercy on me with Your mercy. Ameen."
Muzdalifah (Under the Night Sky)
Dua for Muzdalifah
After sunset on the Day of Arafah, pilgrims move to Muzdalifah, where they collect pebbles for the stoning ritual and spend the night under the open sky.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ هذا الليْلَةَ مباركةً واغْفِرْ لي ذُنُوبي"
English: "O Allah, make this night blessed and forgive my sins. Ameen."
Rami (Stoning of the Devil) and Hady (Sacrificial Animal) (Day 3/10th Dhul Hijjah)
Dua for Rami
On the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims perform Rami by throwing pebbles at Jamarat al-Aqaba, symbolizing the rejection of evil.
Arabic: "بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْها حجَّةً مبرورَةً وسَعْيًا مَشكُورًا"
English: "In the name of Allah, Allah is the Greatest. O Allah, make this a blessed Hajj and an accepted effort."
Dua for Hady Sacrifice
After Rami, pilgrims offer the Hady sacrifice, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ تقبَّلْ مِنَّا هذا القُرْبان وباركْ لنا فيه"
English: "O Allah, accept this sacrifice from us and bless us in it. Ameen."
Shaving the Head (Day 4/11th Dhul Hijjah)
Dua for Shaving
Men shave their heads or trim their hair, while women clip a portion, marking the partial end of the state of Ihram.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ طَهِّرْني وقَبِّلْ منِّي حجِّي"
English: "O Allah, purify me and accept my Hajj. Ameen."
Tawaf al-Ifadha and Sa’i (Day 5/12th Dhul Hijjah)
Dua for Tawaf al-Ifadha
Return to the Kaaba in Makkah to perform Tawaf al-Ifadha, a mandatory circumambulation.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ هذا الطواف سَهْلًا وقبِلْهُ منِّي"
English: "O Allah, make this Tawaf easy for me and accept it from me. Ameen."
Dua for Sa’i
Complete another round of Sa’i between Safa and Marwah.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ هذه السَّعْيَةَ سَهْلَةً ومباركَةً"
English: "O Allah, make this Sa’i easy and blessed. Ameen."
Rami (Second and Third Days)
Dua for Rami
On the 11th and 12th of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims perform Rami by throwing pebbles at all three Jamarat each day.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ تقبَّلْ هذا العملَ واحْفَظْني من الشَّيْطان"
English: "O Allah, accept this act of worship and protect me from Satan. Ameen."
Spending Nights at Mina
Dua for Mina
Stay in Mina for two or three nights, engaging in prayer and reflection.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ إقامتي في مِنَى مباركةً وسَهْلَةً"
English: "O Allah, make my stay in Mina blessed and easy. Ameen."
Farewell Tawaf al-Wida
Dua for Tawaf al-Wida
Before leaving Makkah, perform Tawaf al-Wida, the farewell Tawaf, signifying the end of your Hajj.
Arabic: "اللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ هذا الطوافَ وَداعِيًا وحَفِظْني في رِحْلتي"
English: "O Allah, make this farewell Tawaf a means of bidding farewell and protect me on my journey. Ameen."
Conclusion
Completing Hajj is a momentous and transformative experience for every Muslim. The journey is filled with rituals that are deeply symbolic and spiritually enriching. Reciting the appropriate duas during each step not only fulfills a Sunnah but also enhances the pilgrim’s connection with Allah (SWT). This guide provides the essential Hajj duas in both Arabic and English, making it easier for pilgrims to understand and recite them with sincerity. May Allah (SWT) accept your Hajj and grant you a safe and blessed journey. Ameen.