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Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, May 16, 2026.

How to perform Tawaf and Sa'i

London Muslim Mosque

“Whatever you want to make dua, you can do it.”

The khateeb, at 9:36

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In one sentence

The khutbah teaches the practical rules and spiritual meaning of Tawaf and Sa'i for Hajj and Umrah, emphasizing careful preparation, worshipful focus, and following Hajar's example of trust and effort.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Distinguishes types of Tawaf in Hajj while explaining that their basic performance is the same.
  2. Explains prerequisites and contingencies involving Wudu, menstruation, congregational prayer, and counting rounds.
  3. Details Tawaf performance: starting at al-Hajar al-Aswad, completing seven counterclockwise rounds, praying two rakahs, and making personal dua.
  4. Connects Tawaf with spiritual reflection on the Kaaba, Zamzam, sacred history, and ritual movement.
  5. Explains Sa'i as seven crossings between Safa and Marwa, including prayer interruptions, counting, and jogging guidance.
  6. Uses Hajar's story and the history of Safa to emphasize trusting Allah while taking practical means.
  7. Answers questions about Wudu, rest, accessibility, Ihram restrictions, shaving, and the pillars of Hajj.
Try this week
Plan the pilgrimage schedule in advance and consult a doctor about menstrual-cycle medication if needed.
Maintain Wudu throughout Tawaf; if a person without a chronic condition breaks Wudu, restart Tawaf.
If congregational prayer begins, join it and resume Tawaf from the previous spot afterward.
Count seven Tawaf rounds and, when genuinely uncertain, rely on the lower certain number and add another round.
Use Tawaf time for dua, Quran, dhikr, and reflection rather than conversation or phone use.
Complete Sa'i as seven crossings beginning at Safa and ending at Marwa.
Men may lightly jog between the green markers during Sa'i; women should not jog there.
Wudu is not required for Sa'i, and worshippers may pause for rest, food, medication, or the washroom.
Observe Ihram restrictions, especially avoiding scented cleaners, and complete shaving or trimming after Sa'i.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Whatever you want to make dua, you can do it. It's where it comes from your heart. There's no need even to hold a book or something like this.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 9:36
“Do not miss that, you know, moment. Especially some important moments. When you enter the haram, that moment, the first moment you see Kaaba, do not miss it.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 10:04
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For the dinner table

This khutbah explained the basic steps and rules of Umrah, especially Tawaf and Sa'i. Tawaf consists of seven counterclockwise rounds around the Kaaba and requires Wudu, while Sa'i can continue without Wudu. The speaker encouraged pilgrims to spend the rites making dua, reciting Quran, remembering Allah, and reflecting rather than becoming distracted. He connected Sa'i to Hajar, who trusted Allah while actively searching for help, and encouraged pilgrims to learn the history of the sacred places. He also reminded everyone to plan ahead, rest when needed, observe Ihram restrictions, and complete the rites carefully.

  1. What would you ask Allah for during a quiet moment of dua?
  2. How can we follow Hajar's example by trusting Allah and still taking action?
  3. What helps you stay present instead of distracted during an important experience?
Where it was given

The masjid

London Muslim Mosque151 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1S3Jumu'ah First prayer 12:00 PM · second prayer 1:15 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at London Muslim Mosque193 khutbahs
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