What does Al-iḥram mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Al-iḥram (إحرام) in Islamic vocabulary.

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Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition Al-iḥram

Al-iḥram according to Maqalid al-'Ulum (As-Suyuti)

The intention to perform Hajj, Umrah, or both, at a specified location.

Al-iḥram according to At-Tawqif (Al-Munawi)

Linguistically: a person entering into a state whereby things that were lawful to them become prohibited. Technically (in customary law): the intention to enter into the ritual state of consecration.

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بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Mon 21 Jumada al-Awwal
الاثنين 21 جمادى الأولى

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ