Ihram is a sacred state of absolute purity that pilgrims undertaking Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages assume for the performance of the holy rituals. For every pilgrim arriving in Makkah through Family Umrah Packages, assuming Ihram from Miqat remains a necessity.

Though the word Ihram is also used to refer to the specific ceremonial clothing that is worn during this time – Ihram is a necessary state which, when a pilgrim assumes, certain things get prohibited for him/her. A pilgrim remains in the state of Ihram until the hajj/umrah rituals are complete; considering all of its prohibitions, precautions and permissibility.

So, here’s a brief description of the things to take of in Ihram.

Clipping of nails and Trimming of Hair

Pilgrims (who are in the state of Ihram) can neither cut their fingernails nor toenails. These are the acts that are only permissible to be done either before assuming Ihram or after denouncing it.

The same goes for hair trimming; it’s prohibited in Ihram. However, falling isn’t counted in this regard as long as it remains a natural hair fall.

Otherwise, if anyone does so knowingly i.e., cuts its nails or hair, a penalty is due for him/her.

Wearing a scent/perfume

A pilgrim who is in the state of Ihram is not allowed to wear any sort of scent. Let it be a perfume, cologne, or fragrance – even using fragrant oils and toiletries isn’t advised. That’s why if you have the need, use only unscented items of personal and oral hygiene i.e., out of caution.

Physical Intimacy with Spouse

When a pilgrim assumes the state of Ihram, it becomes prohibited for him/her to have physical intimacy with a spouse. 

For instance, if a man assumes Ihram but his wife does not, it’s forbidden for her to enable her husband towards physical intimacy by portraying inviting actions. In the same way, when a woman assumes Ihram but her husband does not it's forbidden for him to enable his wife towards physical intimacy by portraying inviting action.

Otherwise, if anyone does so intentionally, a penalty might get due for such a person. In fact, in some cases, it can also make your hajj/Umrah pilgrimage invalid altogether.

Killing an animal

A pilgrim in the state of Ihram cannot hunt/kill animals, in fact, even killing an insect is prohibited. However, if anyone does so in self-defense or in the case of a threat to one’s life, it’s permissible to do so.

Can you change Ihram clothes?

There exists a false notion that changing Ihram clothes denounces the state of Ihram for a person. It’s evident from Islamic teachings that if your Ihram clothing gets dirty, it’s permissible to change it i.e., it would not have any effect on one’s state of Ihram.

These are some of the very basic yet essential things to take care of in the state of Ihram.

Ihram is apparel worn by Muslim men and women for the duration of hajj and Umrah including two pieces of pure white sheets. The meaning of Ihram is to make Haram this means that forbidden. When you enter the state of Ihram there are certain matters from which pilgrims forbid to do. It is the sacred kingdom in which pilgrims entered as they decide to perform Hajj. People must be pure in mind as well as body to achieve the state of entire spiritual purity. When you entered the state of Ihram there are such things that are considered undesirable.

Avoid restricted things while in the state of ihram because it's the order of Allah Almighty and the Sunnah of our Holy Prophet PBUH. Our travel agency is offering the best and affordable Umrah Packages 2022 from Birmingham for the performance of the sunnah of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

There are some restricted things when you are in the state of Ihram:

1. It is illegal to put off dirt or froth from the body while you wear your ihram. You should clean and wash completely before entering the state of ihram.


2. Don’t take a bath with perfumed cleaning soap or shampoo and use any kind of aroma whilst in Ihram. Use aroma-free hand wash or sanitizer or soap.


3. It is restricted to comb your hair in ihram. Do not do it.


4. When you're within the state of ihram do not scratch your head or body in a way that may cause hair or lice to fall. It is awful in case your hair falls whilst scratching when you are in ihram.


5. It is banned to wear any fabric which has the scent of Loobaan. Do not use such fabric on your body in ihram.


6. It is strictly prohibited to cover or hide any part of your face with fabric.


7. Ihram is a two-piece of unstitched fabric and it's undesirable to wear stitched or patched ihram.


8. For ladies it isn't allowed to wear any form of make-up while you wear your ihram.


9. Don’t longer lie down in such a manner that your face or head touches the pillow.


10. Villagers put on lungi as they sense comfortable in it however in Ihram it is completely forbidden to put on it and tighten it with any type of waistband or belt.


11. You cannot stitch your ihram so use a needle or protection pin to sign up for the one end of the ihram sheet that covers the lower part with a different end of the higher sheet. You can tie a knot also.


12. Don’t consume food that has odorous ingredients and uncooked meals like garlic, onion which have a sturdy smell.


13. It is also not considered desirable to put a bandage on your body without any valid cause.


14. Don’t longer gag a Ta’weedh or this type of element in arm even the usage of unstitched fabric.


15. It is illegal for pilgrims in ihram to enter underneath the curtain of Kaaba in one of these manners that your head or face touches it.

All these above points motions are undesirable or Makrooh whilst one enters within the state of ihram. Don’t do any act in contrast to those mention to break your prestigious adventure whilst Allah SWT invites you as a visitor to HIS residence.