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Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

31 Questions

I want to perform Umrah and Hajj but my husband does not want to perform it right now but rather intends to do so after a few years. Is it allowed for me to go without him and how can I do so?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

There is a difference between Hajj and Umrah . Hajj is obligatory once in life while Umrah is recommended.

If Hajj has become obligatory on you (i.e. you are able financially and physically to perform Hajj) then it is obligatory on you to perform Hajj same year with out any delay even if your husband is not willing to perform it now. You will not be allowed to postpone performing Hajj because of your husband or any other reason as Hajj is Obligatory on you. You can join any trusted group of Hajj and go with them.

If our husband does not allow you to go for Umrah, you should obey him because Umrah is not obligatory but Mustahab (Recommended).

Wassalam.
I have done Hajj and also visited Najaf and Karbala once. Is it more meritorious now to visit Karbala on Arbaeen or to perform Hajj or Umra again?
Sayed Mohammad Saleh Qazwini

We should not conflate the reward of the Ziyaras or Hajj. Performing one does not mean we should not perform the other. Hajj has its specific times and the Ziyara of Imam Hussayn has a specific time. If you can afford to perform both, that would be great. Keep in mind, those who perform Hajj will also have the opportunity to visit RasulAllah, FatimaZahra, and the Imams in Baqee'. 
With reference to Qur'an 48:25, can you explain the reasons that made the treaty of Hudaybiyyah better than fighting the Quraish and being able to perform Umrah?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

The treaty of Hudaibiyyah aimed to save Muslims from the harm of the Infidels of Quraish. Fighting with the Infidels of Quraish at that time and situation was not useful at all for Muslims, that is why the Prophet (SAWA) made that treaty to safeguard the interest of Islam and Muslims.

The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah  is very important event in the history of early Islam. After the signing of the treaty, the Quraysh of Mecca no longer considered Muhammad to be a rebel or a fugitive from Mecca. It also allowed the Muslims who were still in Makkah to practice Islam freely. In addition, the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah paved the way for many other tribes to make treaties with the Muslims and many Arab tribes to become near to Islam and ultimately become Muslims. 

Wassalam.
Is it compulsory to travel in an uncovered vehicle for Umra Mufradah, as finding an uncovered vehicle after Meeqat is difficult? And does it make a difference if the Umrah is done by night or by day?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

It is not permissible for men during the state of Ehraam (Hajj or Umra) to travel in a covered vehicle during day time or when it is raining. This is according to all the scholars. Many scholars including Ayatullah Sistani say that it is permissible for men to travel in covered vehicle during night if there is no rain.

Women can travel in covered vehicle any time.

Wassalam