Holy Prophet (PBUH) declared that performing Umrah during Ramadan is equal to Hajj. The month ‘Ramadan is considered one of the holiest months in Islam and doubles the spiritual rewards.
Multiplied Spiritual Rewards
Performing Umrah in Ramadan multiplied spiritual rewards. Umrah is Equal to Hajj in Ramadan due to its significant religious and spiritual importance in Islam. Ramadan is the most significant month, and performing Umrah during this month brings more spiritual and physical rewards. Islamic Travel offers cheapest Umrah packages from UK.
The Holiest Time of the Year
Muslims believe that Ramadan is the holiest month of Islam because of its spiritual importance. Fasting during the long days, one of the five pillars of Islam, brings a chance to reflect and get closer to Allah (SWT). And performing Umrah during this sacred time of the year offers a chance to become a better Muslim, human being, to help others, and collect unmatched blessings and numerous rewards.
Opportunity for Itikaf and Laylat al-Qadr
Umrah in Ramadan itself is a spiritual pilgrimage, but the last ten days of Ramadan provide an exceptional opportunity to collect rewards, ridding yourself of sins, and making yourself a better human being.
Itikaf
Itikaf is a religious retreat in a Mosque in the last ten days of Ramadan, to be away from all the worldly attractions and devote oneself to the creator of the Universe. Itbrings a chance to build feelings of brotherhood, taqwa, engage in prayers and worship, and seek forgiveness.
Laylat al-Qadr
Laylat al-Qadr, the night of power, is said to be one of the last ten nights in Ramadan. The night is considered to be the holiest night in Islam, and is said to be ‘better than thousands of nights’, enhancing the spiritual rewards, offering an opportunity to cleanse your sins and seek forgiveness to take a fresh start.
Stronger Sense of Brotherhood and Unity
Performing Umrah during Ramadan creates a strong sense of brotherhood and unity. As the Muslims from Different backgrounds gather together and pray their worship collectively. Muslims from each corner of the world gather to pray, fast, perform Tawaf, and perform other rituals that make them one in a whole. The sense got stronger during the Ihram when Muslims wear white garments, regardless of their status and background, symbolizing the equality and brotherhood in the eyes of Allah SWT.
Blessings of Fasting and Worship in the Holy Cities
Performing Umrah with family during Ramadan and visiting the sacred cities of Makkah and Madina provides an exceptional blend of spiritual rewards and unique blessings. According to many Islamic references, “performing Umrah during Ramadan is equal to Hajj”. This is because of its unlimited spiritual rewards. That increased of praying in this holy month, fasting routines, and countless blessings.
