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| Arabic | مطوف |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | mu-TAW-wif |
| Etymology | From Arabic مطوف (mutawwif), derived from the root ط-و-ف (ta-wa-fa, 'to go around/circumambulate'). The word literally means 'one who causes others to do তাওয়াফ' — i.e., one who guides হাজীগণ in their circumambulation and rituals. |
Mutawwif (হজ্জ Guide)(مطوف) A professional guide who assists হাজীগণ during হজ্জ and উমরাহ, providing ritual instruction, logistical support, and navigation within the holy sites. Mutawwifs operate under licensed তাওয়াফa Establishments in Saudi Arabia.
مطوف
The mutawwif tradition dates back centuries in মক্কা মুকাররমা, where local families would host and guide হাজীগণ from specific regions. Today, the system is formalized under the Saudi Arabian তাওয়াফa Establishments, which are organized by হাজী nationality (e.g., South Asian, Southeast Asian, Arab, African, European). Mutawwifs undergo training in ritual knowledge, first aid, crowd management, and হাজী languages. Their responsibilities include: teaching হাজীগণ the correct performance of rituals, leading groups through the various stages of হজ্জ, coordinating transport between holy sites, assisting with accommodation logistics, and providing religious guidance. A good mutawwif can significantly enhance the হাজী's experience by ensuring rituals are performed correctly and reducing the stress of navigating crowded sites. Some mutawwifs specialize in serving হাজীগণ with special needs, elderly হাজীগণ, or first-time performers.
From Arabic مطوف (mutawwif), derived from the root ط-و-ف (ta-wa-fa, 'to go around/circumambulate'). The word literally means 'one who causes others to do তাওয়াফ' — i.e., one who guides হাজীগণ in their circumambulation and rituals.
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