What does Ihram mean?
The sacred state of a pilgrim, and the two white cloths men wear in it.
Ihram explained
Entering ihram at the miqat, the pilgrim makes the intention for Hajj or umrah and begins the talbiyah. In this state perfume, cutting hair or nails, hunting and marital relations are forbidden until the rites release them.
Related terms
- Hajjحَجّ
The pilgrimage to Makkah in Dhul Hijjah, the fifth pillar, once in a lifetime for those able.
- Umrahعُمْرَة
The lesser pilgrimage to Makkah, performable at any time of year.
- Talbiyahتَلْبِيَة
The pilgrim's cry: Labbayk Allahumma labbayk, here I am, O Allah, here I am.
- Miqatمِيقَات
The boundary points around Makkah where pilgrims must enter ihram.
Questions about Ihram
What does Ihram mean?
Ihram (إِحْرَام, Ihram) means: The sacred state of a pilgrim, and the two white cloths men wear in it.
How is Ihram written and pronounced in Arabic?
It is written إِحْرَام and pronounced Ihram.
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