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Preparation & Ghusl
الاستعداد
Before travelling to the Miqat, prepare yourself physically and spiritually.
What to do
- Perform a full ghusl (ritual bath). If not possible, perform wudu.
- Trim nails, remove any unwanted hair, and apply perfume to the body (not the Ihram cloth).
- Men wear the two white Ihram sheets: izar (lower) and rida (upper). No stitched clothing, no head covering.
- Women wear any modest, loose clothing. The face and hands must remain uncovered (no niqab or gloves).
- Pray two rak'ahs with the intention of Sunnah of Ihram (or any obligatory prayer if it is time).
⚠️ Ghusl and perfume are Sunnah; the Ihram garments are essential.