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Tahleeq in Islamic rituals refers to the cutting or shaving of hair, which is a symbolic act performed at the end of Umrah or certain Hajj rites. It signifies purification, humility, and completion of pilgrimage rituals. For men, it is recommended to either shave the entire head or trim the hair, while women usually trim a small portion of their hair.

Tahleeq is performed after completing the Tawaf (circumambulation of the Kaaba) and Sa‘i (walking between Safa and Marwah), marking the formal completion of Umrah. This act symbolizes the pilgrim’s renewal, obedience to Allah, and letting go of worldly vanity. It is one of the essential rituals in Hajj and Umrah, ensuring the pilgrim fulfills the Islamic requirements correctly.

Tahleeq also differentiates the types of Hajj: in Hajj al-Tamattu‘, pilgrims perform Umrah first, then cut their hair before starting Hajj. In Hajj al-Ifrad or Hajj al-Qiran, Tahleeq is done at the end of the pilgrimage.

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  Tahleeq means cutting or shaving the hair in Islamic rituals.

  
  


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  It is performed at the end of Umrah or specific Hajj rites.

  
  


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  For men, it can be shaving the head completely or trimming hair.

  
  


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  For women, it usually involves trimming a small portion of hair.

  
  


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  Tahleeq symbolizes purification, humility, and completion of the pilgrimage.

  
  


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  It is a required ritual to ensure compliance with Shariah rules of Hajj and Umrah.