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==Types== | ==Types== | ||
===Obligatory tawaf=== | |||
There are two kinds of obligatory tawaf: | There are two kinds of [[wajib|obligatory]] tawaf: | ||
# Tawaf al-ziyara | # Tawaf al-ziyara | ||
# [[Tawaf al-nisa]] | # [[Tawaf al-nisa]] | ||
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Tawaf al-ziyara is an essential component of hajj and 'umra. Although tawaf al-nisa' is obligatory, the hajj or 'umra will not be invalid by refraining from doing it. However, one would not be permitted to have intercourse with his wife unless he (or his representative) practices tawaf al-nisa' and its prayer. | Tawaf al-ziyara is an essential component of hajj and 'umra. Although tawaf al-nisa' is obligatory, the hajj or 'umra will not be invalid by refraining from doing it. However, one would not be permitted to have intercourse with his wife unless he (or his representative) practices tawaf al-nisa' and its prayer. | ||
''' | '''Tawaf al-Ziyara''' | ||
Tawaf al-ziyara (Tawaf of pilgrimage) is an obligatory tawaf practiced in [[hajj]] and [['umra]] rituals. It is also called "al-tawaf al-awwal" (the first tawaf), "tawaf al-fard", "tawaf al-farida", and "tawaf al-rukn". Here are some features of this tawaf: | |||
* In [[al-'umra al-mufrada]], it is the second action practiced after [[ihram]] with ihram clothes. It can be done during the year, except the specific days of [[hajj]]. | * In [[al-'umra al-mufrada]], it is the second action practiced after [[ihram]] with ihram clothes. It can be done during the year, except the specific days of [[hajj]]. | ||
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===Tawaf al-Nisa'=== | ===Tawaf al-Nisa'=== | ||
Tawaf al-nisa' and its prayer are the last actions in al-'umra al-mufrada and the last actions of Mecca in hajj. The tawaf is obligatory in hajj or 'umra, after which one will be permitted to have intercourse with his wife. Like [[temporary marriage]], tawaf al-nisa' is specific to Shiites. Sunni Muslims do not recognize it in hajj or 'umra. | Tawaf al-nisa' and its prayer are the last actions in al-'umra al-mufrada and the last actions of Mecca in hajj. The tawaf is obligatory in hajj or 'umra, after which one will be permitted to have intercourse with his wife. Like [[temporary marriage]], tawaf al-nisa' is specific to Shiites. Sunni Muslims do not recognize it in hajj or 'umra. | ||
===Recommended tawaf=== | |||
In addition to obligatory tawafs, one can practice [[recommended]] tawafs in [[Masjid al-Haram]] as well. | |||
After each tawaf, one should say two [[rak'a]]s of prayers. In obligatory tawafs, the prayers should be said behind [[Maqam Ibrahim (a)]], and in recommended tawafs, it can be said anywhere in Masjid al-Haram. It is recommended to practice the tawaf upon entering [[Mecca]] (tawaf of entrance) and upon leaving the city (farewell tawaf). | |||
The first obligatory or recommended tawaf practiced upon entering Mecca is called "tawaf al-qudum". | |||
==How to Practice the Tawaf== | ==How to Practice the Tawaf== | ||