Umrah Insights

The key difference between Hajj and Umrah is that Hajj is an obligatory pillar of Islam performed during Dhul Hijjah, while Umrah is a non-mandatory Sunnah that can be done year-round. This guide explains all major differences between Hajj and Umrah—including rituals, timing, and religious significance.

Ladies ihram is not a specific uniform but a sacred state of consecration a woman enters for Umrah or Hajj. It is marked by a specific...