Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-07-28

During the Hajj pilgrimage, what specific ritual is performed by pilgrims at Muzdalifah after descending from Mount Arafat on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah?

A) Performing the Tawaf al-Ifadah.
B) Spending the night and collecting pebbles for Rami.
C) Shaving or trimming hair (Halq or Taqsir).
D) Circumambulating the Kaaba seven times (Tawaf al-Qudum).

Explanation

After spending the day at Arafat, pilgrims proceed to Muzdalifah where they combine the Maghrib and Isha prayers, spend the night in open air, and collect 49-70 small pebbles for the ritual of 'Rami' (stoning the Jamarat) in Mina.

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