The following are obligatory acts of Hajj except

The following are obligatory acts of Hajj except

  1. Arafah
  2. Sa’y
  3. Talbiyyah
  4. Tawaf ✓

Explanation

Tawaf is walking around the Kaaba seven times counterclockwise. This is one of the most important rituals of Hajj and Umrah.

Pilgrims start at the Black Stone corner and circle the Kaaba seven complete times. They pray and remember Allah while performing this sacred act.

Tawaf symbolizes the unity of believers worshiping the One God, all moving in the same direction.