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In Islam, there are seven types of Tawaf (circumambulation) performed around the Ka‘bah, each with a specific purpose and occasion. Tawaf is an essential ritual of Hajj and Umrah and represents devotion, obedience, and unity in worship.
The seven types of Tawaf include:
Tawaf al-Qudum (Arrival Tawaf): Performed by pilgrims upon reaching Makkah, as a form of greeting to the Ka‘bah.
Tawaf al-Umrah: The circumambulation performed as part of Umrah rituals.
Tawaf al-Ifadah: Part of Hajj rituals, performed after standing at Arafat.
Tawaf al-Wada (Farewell Tawaf): Performed by pilgrims before leaving Makkah.
Tawaf al-Nafl (Voluntary Tawaf): Performed for extra reward, not obligatory.
Tawaf al-Tahiyyah: Optional circumambulation to greet the Ka‘bah upon entering Masjid al-Haram.
Tawaf al-Qudsi (Special/Nafl type): Performed on specific occasions or for spiritual benefits.
Performing these Tawafs with proper intention (niyyah) strengthens spiritual connection, cleanses sins, and fulfills one of the most important acts of worship in Islam.
There are seven types of Tawaf in Islam.
Tawaf al-Qudum = greeting Tawaf on arrival.
Tawaf al-Umrah = part of Umrah rituals.
Tawaf al-Ifadah = Hajj ritual after Arafat.
Tawaf al-Wada = farewell Tawaf before leaving Makkah.
Tawaf al-Nafl = voluntary circumambulation for reward.
Tawaf represents devotion, obedience, and spiritual purification.
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