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Tawaf-ul-Qudoom (طواف القدوم) is known as the "Welcome Tawaf" in Islamic terminology. It is performed by pilgrims upon arriving in Makkah for Hajj, particularly by those performing Hajj al-Ifrad or Hajj al-Qiran. This Tawaf is a Sunnah act for male pilgrims and is intended to greet the sacred Masjid al-Haram and the Kaaba.
This Tawaf symbolizes the spiritual arrival of the pilgrim into the Holy Sanctuary, reflecting both physical presence and a renewed spiritual commitment. It includes seven anti-clockwise circuits around the Kaaba, starting from the Black Stone (Hajr-e-Aswad), as with all types of Tawaf.
Tawaf-ul-Qudoom is not obligatory, but it was practiced by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during his Hajj and is encouraged for those who arrive in Makkah before the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah. It is different from other forms of Tawaf such as Tawaf al-Ifadha (performed after Arafah), Tawaf al-Wadaa (Farewell Tawaf), and Tawaf al-Nafl (optional Tawaf performed voluntarily).
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Tawaf-ul-Qudoom means “Tawaf of Arrival” or “Welcome Tawaf.”
It is Sunnah for pilgrims performing Hajj al-Ifrad or Qiran.
Performed upon entering Makkah before Hajj begins.
Consists of seven circuits around the Kaaba starting at Hajr-e-Aswad.
It is not obligatory but strongly recommended.
Demonstrates spiritual readiness and reverence for the Kaaba.
Not performed in Hajj al-Tamattu (Umrah is done instead).
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