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| Arabic | نِيَّة |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | NEE-yah |
| Etymology | From the Arabic root ن-و-ي (n-w-y), meaning to intend or purpose. Niyyah literally means 'intention' or 'purpose,' referring to the conscious resolve of the heart directed toward a specific act of worship. |
Niyyah(نِيَّة) Niyyah is the internal intention or sincere resolve to perform an act of worship for the sake of Allah. In Hajj and Umrah, it is the essential declaration of purpose made before entering the state of Ihram.
نِيَّة
Niyyah is a fundamental principle in Islamic worship — the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, 'Actions are judged by intentions.' For Hajj and Umrah, the pilgrim must form a clear intention in their heart specifying which type of pilgrimage they intend to perform: Hajj Ifrad, Hajj Tamattu, Hajj Qiran, or Umrah alone. This intention is typically made at the Miqat and is often verbalized along with the Talbiyah. While the intention resides in the heart, scholars recommend verbal expression to reinforce it. The Niyyah determines the obligations that will follow, including whether a Dam sacrifice is required. All four schools of jurisprudence agree that Niyyah is a prerequisite for the validity of worship.
From the Arabic root ن-و-ي (n-w-y), meaning to intend or purpose. Niyyah literally means 'intention' or 'purpose,' referring to the conscious resolve of the heart directed toward a specific act of worship.
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