344. Sunnah of Rami at the Jamarat
The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say when throwing pebbles in three jamarat:
Sunnah of Rami at the Jamarat in Arabic
اَللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ
Sunnah of Rami at the Jamarat English Transliteration
Allahu 'Akbar
Sunnah of Rami at the Jamarat English Translation
Allah is the Most Great.
Then he would move forward a little and stand facing the Qibla and would do Dua with both hands raised in the first Jamra and the second Jamra. But at the time of throwing every pebble at Jamratul Akbaba, he would say ‘Allahu Akbar’ and return without staying there.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا عُثْمَانُ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا طَلْحَةُ بْنُ يَحْيَى، حَدَّثَنَا يُونُسُ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، عَنْ سَالِمٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ ـ رضى الله عنهما ـ أَنَّهُ كَانَ يَرْمِي الْجَمْرَةَ الدُّنْيَا بِسَبْعِ حَصَيَاتٍ، يُكَبِّرُ عَلَى إِثْرِ كُلِّ حَصَاةٍ، ثُمَّ يَتَقَدَّمُ حَتَّى يُسْهِلَ فَيَقُومَ مُسْتَقْبِلَ الْقِبْلَةِ فَيَقُومُ طَوِيلاً، وَيَدْعُو وَيَرْفَعُ يَدَيْهِ، ثُمَّ يَرْمِي الْوُسْطَى، ثُمَّ يَأْخُذُ ذَاتَ الشِّمَالِ فَيَسْتَهِلُ وَيَقُومُ مُسْتَقْبِلَ الْقِبْلَةِ فَيَقُومُ طَوِيلاً وَيَدْعُو وَيَرْفَعُ يَدَيْهِ، وَيَقُومُ طَوِيلاً، ثُمَّ يَرْمِي جَمْرَةَ ذَاتِ الْعَقَبَةِ مِنْ بَطْنِ الْوَادِي، وَلاَ يَقِفُ عِنْدَهَا ثُمَّ يَنْصَرِفُ فَيَقُولُ هَكَذَا رَأَيْتُ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَفْعَلُهُ.
Narrated Salim: Ibn `Umar used to do Rami of the Jamrat-ud-Dunya (the Jamra near to the Khaif mosque) with seven small stones and used to recite Takbir on throwing every pebble. He then would go ahead till he reached the level ground where he would stand facing the Qibla for a long time to invoke (Allah) while raising his hands (while invoking). Then he would do Rami of the Jamrat-ul-Wusta (middle Jamra) and then he would go to the left towards the middle ground, where he would stand facing the Qibla. He would remain standing there for a long period to invoke (Allah) while raising his hands, and would stand there for a long period. Then he would do Rami of the Jamrat-ul-Aqaba from the middle of the valley, but he would not stay by it, and then he would leave and say, "I saw the Prophet (ﷺ) doing like this." [Bukhari: 1751]
Benefits of Jamarat in Hajj Ritual
- Remembering Allahduring jamarat in hajj adds meaning to each step and helps pilgrims connect to important hajj rituals in a special way.
- Stoning at jamarat in hajj follows the exact practice of Prophet Ibrahim during hajj rituals
- Saying allahu akbar at jamarat bridge reminds pilgrims of Allah’s greatness
- The act marks the stoning of the devil and rejecting evil in one’s life
- Performing this hajj dua unites Muslims from all over the world
- Takbeer recitation during stoning brings peace and focus to the heart
- Jamarat in hajj serves as a reminder of true submission in muslim prayer
When to Recite Jamarat in Hajj Dua
- Following the right times to say the takbir at jamarat in hajj helps keep this ritual meaningful for every pilgrim.
- On the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, after leaving Muzdalifah, pilgrims start the stoning of the devil at jamarat bridge
- During each day of Ayyam al-Tashreeq, pilgrims perform the stoning at the three jamarat in hajj
- Each throw of the pebble at jamarat should be with saying “allahu akbar” as part of hajj rituals
- After each set of stoning at jamarat, pilgrims may pause and make hajj dua facing the Qibla
- At the end of the stoning, pilgrims recite takbeer and move forward as part of the hajj guide
How to Perform Jamarat in Hajj Dua
- Saying allahu akbar and performing the jamarat in hajj follows an easy order that is part of masnoon dua.
- Approach the jamarat bridge calmly and directly face the pillar for the stoning of the devil
- Take one pebble at a time, throw it at the pillar, and say “allahu akbar” or “takbeer” with each throw
- Complete seven throws for each jamarat in hajj as part of your hajj rituals
- After each set, move away from the crowd, face the Qibla, and make a muslim prayer or dua in islam if you wish
- Keep your focus on zikr Allahand follow the hajj guide and masnun duas while performing this act
Summary
The Sunnah of Rami at the Jamarat is an important part of hajj rituals. Pilgrims throw seven pebbles at each jamarat in hajj, saying allahu akbar with every throw. This act is a key step in following the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim and completing the stoning of the devil.
Reciting takbeer while stoning the jamarat bridge helps every pilgrim remember Allah’s greatness and the lessons of hajj. The ritual unites Muslims in zikr Allahand is a special part of the hajj guide for all. This meaningful act stands as a symbol of faith during hajj.