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The Standing at Arafah (Wuquf) on the 9th of Dzulhijjah is THE central pillar of Haji. Nabi (shallallahu alaihi wa sallam) said: 'Haji is Arafah.' A jamaah haji who misses Arafah has missed Haji entirely. The wuquf begins after Dhuhr and extends until Fajr of the 10th. Being present anywhere within the boundaries of Arafah fulfills the obligation. The afternoon is devoted to intense doa.
On the morning of the 9th of Dzulhijjah, depart from Mina after sunrise and travel to the plain of Arafah, approximately 14 km from Mina. Continue reciting the Talbiyah. Upon arrival, locate your assigned tent.
When the sun passes its zenith (Dhuhr time), pray Dhuhr (2 rakaat) and Asr (2 rakaat) combined at the time of Dhuhr, with one adhan and two iqamah calls. This is agreed upon by all four schools, including the Hanafi school.
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After praying, devote yourself entirely to doa and doa until sunset. This is the supreme moment of Haji. Nabi said: 'The best doa is on the Day of Arafah, and the best thing I and the prophets before me said is: La ilaha illa Allahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay'in qadir.' Use your prepared doa list, make doa in any language, and pour your heart out to Allah.
While doa is the primary worship, vary your activities to maintain focus: alternate between doa, Al-Quran recitation, dhikr, istighfar, salawat upon Nabi, and silent contemplation. Drink water regularly. Take brief rest breaks if needed.
Stay at Arafah until after sunset. Do NOT leave before sunset — Nabi remained at Arafah until the sun had fully set. Intensify your doa in the final hour before Maghrib, as this is considered the peak of acceptance.
After sunset, depart calmly for Muzdalifah. Do NOT pray Maghrib at Arafah — the sunnah is to delay Maghrib and combine it with Isha at Muzdalifah. Walk or ride with dignity and tranquility. Continue reciting the Talbiyah.