السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
The Muslim Ummah is enduring profound hardship and trials, as Muslims worldwide confront serious threats to their faith, safety, dignity and honour.
Among all the threats Muslims face, the most pressing today is the ongoing genocide against Palestinians and the openly declared plan by the enemies of Islam to fully annex the land of Palestine.
Muslims worldwide are filled with anger and a sense of helplessness as they strive to support and protect our brethren in Palestine. The horrors being committed are beyond words, and no sane person can fathom such brutality.
Allah Al-Musta’aan!
A Muslim finds comfort in knowing that life on earth is temporary and that the reward for resisting oppression and defending the weak is guaranteed by Almighty Allah and is a sign of sincere faith.
Death for a Muslim, when achieved with firm faith, is a blessing and mercy for a believer. When death is achieved in the line of defending Islam, the status granted by Allah is from the most noble of positions that any Muslim can obtain.
Cii launches a campaign to educate our fellow Muslim brethren on the esteemed status of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for Islam—from the very first martyr, Sumayyah bint Khayyat (May Allah be pleased with her), to the courageous warriors defending the sacred land of Al-Quds today.
All those who have sacrificed their lives for Islam, throughout the centuries, leave us deeply indebted to them for upholding a duty that is a collective obligation (Fardh Kifaayah) upon us all. Defending Al-Aqsa is undoubtedly a responsibility that binds every one of us.
CII CALLS UPON OUR COMMUNITY LEADERS, SCHOOLS, ORGANISATIONS AND FAMILIES TO EMBARK ON THIS JOURNEY WITH US:
1.We call upon all Masaajid to dedicate the Jumu’ah Lecture & Khutbah on Friday, 21st February 2025, to the Status of Martyrs in Islam and the merits of defending one’s religion, wealth and family.
2.We call upon all Muslim schools to dedicate a special programme for their learners about the merits of defending one’s religion, wealth and family.
3.We call upon all participants in this campaign to assist in showing our gratitude and appreciation to the men & women who have sacrificed their lives in the defence of Al-Quds.
CII HAS INITIATED A PROJECT TO FACILITATE UMRAH ON BEHALF OF 2000 MARTYRS DURING THE MONTH OF RAMADAN.
We kindly invite you to support our campaign for Umrah Al-Badl on behalf of the Shuhadaa of Palestine, either individually or collectively, by sponsoring this noble initiative.
Registration and payment have been simplified through a secure, automated WhatsApp order and payment gateway, allowing for quick and hassle-free completion in just a few minutes.
WHATSAPP UMRAH AL-BADL BOOKING NUMBER: +27 68 933 4189
The cost per Umrah Al-Badl on behalf of a single martyr is ZAR 15 000.00 (South African Rand)
A modest contribution to honour and express gratitude for the ultimate sacrifices made by the brave souls of the Ummah!
We humbly invite your school, masjid, organization, or family to join us in this campaign by participating in the Jumu’ah and school education initiatives. Additionally, we encourage you to support our Umrah Al-Badl Campaign for the Shuhadaa of Palestine through sponsorship as an individual, group, family, school or institution.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
1.What is Hajj Al-Badl and Umrah Al-Badl ?
Hajj Al-Badl and Umrah Al-Badl is from the authentic Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ to benefit a Muslim with divine reward. A sane, adult male or female Muslim is delegated to perform Hajj or Umrah rituals on behalf of another Muslim who deceased, disabled or ill.
2.Is it allowed in Islam to perform Hajj or Umrah on behalf of a fellow Muslim?
Yes. The act of performing, or delegating someone else, to perform Umrah on behalf of a fellow Muslim is confirmed from various authentic narrations of the Prophet ﷺ.
The scholars are unanimous that it is permissible to delegate someone to perform Hajj or Umrah on behalf of a fellow Muslim subject to certain conditions being fulfilled. Please refer to questions 3 & 4 for the conditions.
📖 Hadith 1:
A man came to the Prophet ﷺ and said: “O Messenger of Allah, my father is an old man and cannot perform Hajj or Umrah, nor can he travel.” The Prophet ﷺ said: “Perform Hajj and Umrah on behalf of your father.” (Sunan al-Nasa’i)
📖 Hadith 2:
A woman from the tribe of Juhainah came to the Prophet ﷺ and said: “My mother had vowed to perform Hajj but she died before fulfilling it. Should I perform Hajj on her behalf?” The Prophet ﷺ replied: “Yes, fulfil her debt to Allah, for Allah is more deserving of having debts fulfilled.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
📖 Hadith 3:
Ibn Abbas (RA) reported: A woman asked the Prophet ﷺ: “The obligation of Hajj has come upon my father while he is old and cannot ride. Should I perform Hajj on his behalf?” The Prophet ﷺ said: “Yes.” (Sahih Muslim)
3.On whose behalf can Hajj or Umrah be performed?
a)A deceased Muslim, male or female, young or old.
b)A Muslim who is ill or disabled and thus physically incapable of performing the rites of Hajj or Umrah themselves.
4.Can a person who is financially unable to perform Hajj or Umrah delegate someone to perform it on their behalf?
No, this is not permissible.
Similarly, it is not permissible to perform Hajj or Umrah on behalf of living person who is able to perform it themselves.
5.What qualifications are required for the delegated person to perform the Hajj or Umrah Al-Badl?
a)The performer must be a sane adult Muslim, male or female.
b)The performer must have performed Hajj (in the case of Hajj Al-Badl) or Umrah (in the case of Umrah Al-Badl) previously.
c)The performer must know the various rules and regulations regarding Hajj and Umrah.
d)The performer’s intention must be to perform Hajj or Umrah on behalf of the stipulated beneficiary and not on behalf of himself or anyone else.
e)The mentioning of the beneficiary’s name together with the intention of Hajj or Umrah must be verbally stated at the time of entering the state of Ihram.
6.Can a single Hajj Al-Badl or Umrah Al-Badl be performed for multiple people?
No. Each Hajj or Umrah can only be done on behalf of a single person.
7.Is it permissible to perform Hajj or Umrah on behalf of the same person more than once?
Yes. This is permissible if the conditions still apply at each time.
8.How does Cii verify that the Hajj or Umrah is completed as requested?
Cii has partnered with an official Saudi Arabian Government approved organisation, based in Makkah, that supervises over the completion of the required rites from the commencement until the end and in ‘real time’. Furthermore, stringent vetting and checks are placed upon those performing the rites to ensure that they are qualified and reliable.
9.Will I know when the Hajj or Umrah is completed?
Yes. Cii will notify you accordingly and issue a completion certificate confirming the completion of the Hajj or Umrah as requested. Please allow some time for the certificates to be issued and sent to your e-mail.
10.Can I request an Umrah Al-Badl to be performed throughout the year?
Yes. Umrah Al-Badl may be requested at any time throughout the year. One may even stipulate a preferred time and date.
Please contact the helpline in this regard: +27 (0) 65 821 1022
Please note that date and time specific bookings are subject to change as per updated times and regulations implemented by the relevant Saudi Arabian authorities.
Kindly find below guidelines and website links to assist you in preparation for your Jumu’ah lecture & Khutbah or school educational programmes:
1.Discuss the merits and status of physically defending one’s faith, wealth, family and self in Islam.
2.Narrate stories of the heroism and bravery of the martyrs of early and major battles in Islam, e.g., battle of Badr, Uhud, etc.
3.Narrate stories of heroism and bravery of the martyrs of later battles in Islam, e.g., the conquest of Al-Quds during the Khilafah of Umrah RA and Salahuddin Ayyubi.
4.Narrate stories of heroism and bravery of the martyrs in defence of Masjid Al-Aqsa and Palestine in recent times.
https://islamonline.net/en/the-honor-of-martyrdom-in-islam/
https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/529534
https://islamqa.info/en/answers/8511/what-are-the-rewards-of-a-martyr
