Ruling on Tawaf al-Ifadah for Menstruating Women in Hajj Explained
Dar al-Ifta clarifies that menstruation does not prevent Hajj rituals except Tawaf, with scholarly opinions allowing flexibility in cases of necessity.
Within the spirit of ease that defines Islamic law, rulings come to remove hardship from believers, especially in the sacred journey of Hajj, where mercy and obligation meet.
First: Ruling on Tawaf al-Ifadah during menstruation
Menstruation does not invalidate Hajj rituals except Tawaf around the Kaaba. However, in cases of necessity, some scholars permitted performing Tawaf out of hardship.
Second: If a woman performs Tawaf while menstruating
If a woman is forced to perform Tawaf due to inability to wait, her Hajj remains valid according to many scholars, and she is not sinful due to her compelled situation.
Third: Scholarly caution and compensation
Some jurists recommend offering a sacrifice (such as a sheep or camel) as precaution, while others waive it in cases of necessity, reflecting the flexibility of Islamic jurisprudence.
Fourth: General Islamic principle
Scholars unanimously agree that menstruating women perform all Hajj rites except Tawaf, based on authentic Prophetic guidance.
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