I begin with what Allah began with (1218)
I begin with what Allah began with (1218)
Yes, sa'i must begin at Safa and end at Marwa. This is because the Prophet (peace be upon him) began at Safa and said: 'I begin with what Allah began with' (Sahih Muslim 1218), referring to the verse: 'Indeed, Safa and Marwa are among the symbols of Allah' (Al-Baqarah 2:158) where Safa is mentioned first. Walking from Safa to Marwa counts as one...
Yes, sa'i must begin at Safa and end at Marwa. This is because the Prophet (peace be upon him) began at Safa and said: 'I begin with what Allah began with' (Sahih Muslim 1218), referring to the verse: 'Indeed, Safa and Marwa are among the symbols of Allah' (Al-Baqarah 2:158) where Safa is mentioned first. Walking from Safa to Marwa counts as one lap, and walking back from Marwa to Safa counts as the second. The seven laps end at Marwa. Sheikh Ibn Baz stated: 'Starting from Marwa is invalid and that lap does not count. The pilgrim must ensure he begins from Safa' (Fatawa Ibn Baz, vol. 16). Sheikh Ibn Uthaymeen concurred: 'The order is established by the Sunnah and is not optional.'
I begin with what Allah began with (1218)
I begin with what Allah began with (1218)
This ruling is for educational purposes. Consult qualified scholars for personal guidance.
I begin with what Allah began with (1218)
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