Virtue of Performing Umrah in Ramzan

1️⃣ Hadith: Reward Equal to Hajj

The most well-known narration is reported by Abdullah ibn Abbas (RA):

The Prophet ﷺ said to a woman from the Ansar:
"When Ramadan comes, perform Umrah, for Umrah in Ramadan is equivalent to Hajj."
— (Sahih al-Bukhari 1782, Sahih Muslim 1256)

In another narration:

"...equivalent to performing Hajj with me."

Important Clarification

Scholars explain:

• It equals Hajj in reward (thawab)

• It does NOT replace the obligatory Hajj (Fard Hajj)

The obligation of Hajj remains upon every capable Muslim once in a lifetime.

2️⃣ Why Is Ramzan So Special?

Ramzan itself is a month of multiplied rewards.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

"Whoever fasts Ramadan with faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven."
— (Sahih al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim)

Allah multiplies good deeds in this blessed month. Combining:

• Fasting

• Taraweeh

• Quran recitation

• I‘tikaf

• Charity

• And Umrah

…makes it spiritually powerful.

3️⃣ Spiritual Impact of Umrah in Ramzan

Performing Umrah during Ramzan means:

• Fasting in Mecca

• Praying in Masjid al-Haram

• Seeing the Kaaba

• Possibly spending Laylatul Qadr there

• Performing Tawaf while thousands are engaged in worship

The reward of prayer in Masjid al-Haram:

One prayer in Masjid al-Haram equals 100,000 prayers elsewhere.
(Hadith reported in Musnad Ahmad and others – graded authentic by scholars)

4️⃣ Views of Classical Scholars

Scholars such as:

• Imam Nawawi

• Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani

explained that the equivalence to Hajj refers to reward, not legal obligation.

They emphasized that this virtue demonstrates the immense status of Ramadan in Islam.

5️⃣ Practical Benefits of Ramzan Umrah

✔ Multiplied rewards
✔ Forgiveness of sins
✔ Increased spiritual focus
✔ Opportunity to make sincere Tawbah
✔ Being in the holiest place during the holiest month

However, one should also note:

• Crowds are very heavy

• Costs are usually higher

• Physical endurance is required

Conclusion

Performing Umrah in Ramzan is among the greatest voluntary acts of worship a Muslim can perform. As confirmed in authentic Hadith, its reward equals Hajj — though it does not substitute the obligatory Hajj.

It is an opportunity for:

• Complete spiritual renewal

• Forgiveness

• Elevation of rank in the sight of Allah

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