La Umrahis commonly referred to as the "little pilgrimage" because of its similarities to the great pilgrimage to Mecca, the Hajj.
Muslims wishing to make the Umrah are often apprehensive about this great journey, which means so much in the life of a believer. Our agency HARAMAIN VOYAGES is here to help you organise this journey...
But how can you make the most of your Umrah? Once there, how can you optimise your time so that you can devote yourself entirely to your Lord and nourish your faith?
1/ How to prepare for your omra?
Before setting off on this fabulous spiritual journey, it is important to find out about the rites of Umrah, the obligations and prophetic traditions to be fulfilled, and to learn as many invocations as possible so as to give this sacred journey all the attention it deserves...
You can also plan ahead by finding out about the programme planned by the HARAMAIN VOYAGES team so that you are well organised. It is very important to renew your intention before leaving, because every action taken for Allah must be done sincerely if it is to be accepted.
Preparing well for your Umrah necessarily means preparing your suitcase well, packing what you need without overloading yourself. You'll find an article on our blog which will help you finalise your luggage with some sound advice...
On the other hand, you'll need to be well prepared, both psychologically and physically, as this trip is likely to be as magnificent as it is tiring. So make sure you get plenty of rest before the big departure!
2/ Preparing for your Umrah and making the most of it?
You're finally there! Disconnect from your phone, cut yourself off from social networks, photos and excessive video... This trip deserves to be given importance at every moment, to savour every second, to fully immerse yourself in this historic place whose soil was trodden by our beloved prophet Mohammed...
Be patient, as your patience may be sorely tested; it's a crowded place, it's very hot and you may be confronted with some bad behaviour, but be patient, and the reward will be all the greater.
Making the most of your Umrah also means concentrating on the essentials: you are here to work on your faith, to multiply your invocations, to pray... etc.
You need to eat sensibly and in moderation, to feed your faith and not your stomach.
What's more, it's vital to organise your time well. This means setting aside time for shopping if you want to bring back gifts and souvenirs for your loved ones, but don't let yourself be distracted for too long by the multitude of shops so that you can quickly get back to your adoration.
Finally, remember not to overload your schedule and listen to your body. It's good to have stamina and to put in the effort during this exceptional journey, but you have to respect your own limits.
3/ Here are a few tips on how to get the most out of your Umrah:
Set goals for when you return home: simple goals that you will gradually increase so that you can stick to them over the long term.
Thank your Lord for this immense blessing and keep up your daily efforts.
Keep a little diary. A written record of the trip: either during the trip or on your return, so that you can remember the little details that make all the difference....
In conclusion...
Our HARAMAIN VOYAGES agency will do everything in its power to organise your trip in the best possible way... so that you can enjoy this worship to the full and make the most of your time.
By following these few tips and preparing calmly for your trip, you're putting everything on your side so that you won't have any regrets when you return.
Fraternally.
THE HARAMAIN VOYAGES TEAM
