Definition
The state of ritual sanctity entered from the mīqāt with the intention and talbiyah, restricting certain ordinarily permissible acts (perfume, hunting, marital relations, cutting hair, etc.) until the rites are completed.
Pronunciation: iḥ-RĀM
Etymology & Root
From the same root as ḥarām — to make something off-limits. The pilgrim makes off-limits to himself things ordinarily allowed.
Practical Application
Learn the restrictions of iḥrām and the expiations for breaches before travelling — most violations have a defined fidyah (ransom).
Mentioned in articles
In classical books
The Four Principles (Al-Qawa'id al-Arba')
Chapter: First Principle — The Mushrikūn Affirmed Tawheed ar-Rububiyyah
Al-‘Aqeedah al-Wasitiyyah
Chapter: Examples of Affirmed Attributes from the Qur'an
Lum‘at al-I‘tiqad (The Sufficient Statement of Belief)
Chapter: The Principle — Affirm Without Resemblance, Deny Without Negation
Characteristics of the Saved Sect
Chapter: 3. They Affirm Allah's Names and Attributes Without Distortion or Likening
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