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What Is Sa’i in Umrah?

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Sa’i is one of the most important steps of Umrah. After completing Tawaf around the Kaaba, every pilgrim must perform Sa’i between Safa and Marwah. It reminds us of the struggle, patience, and strong faith of Hazrat Hajra (AS).

Below is a simple explanation of Sa’i and how to perform it.

What Is Sa’i?

Sa’i means walking or moving with effort.
In Umrah, Sa’i is the act of walking seven times between the two hills:

  • Safa
  • Marwah

It symbolizes the moment when Hazrat Hajra (AS) ran between these two hills searching for water for her son, Hazrat Ismail (AS). Her strong trust in Allah was rewarded when Zamzam water miraculously appeared.

So, Sa’i teaches us:

  • Patience
  • Trust in Allah
  • Never giving up

How to Perform Sa’i – Step-by-Step

Here is the easiest explanation:

1. Start from Safa Hill

After finishing Tawaf, go to Safa.
Stand facing the Kaaba (if visible), raise your hands, and make dua.

You can say:
“Innas-Safa wal-Marwata min sha’aairillah.”
(Indeed, Safa and Marwah are among the symbols of Allah)

Then make your personal dua.

2. Walk Towards Marwah

Start walking from Safa to Marwah.
There will be a green light area in the middle where men should walk fast (jog lightly).
Women walk normally—no running.

3. Reach Marwah & Make Dua

When you reach Marwah, stand facing the Kaaba direction and make dua again, just like on Safa.

This completes one round.

4. Repeat Until You Complete 7 Rounds

  • Safa → Marwah = 1
  • Marwah → Safa = 2

You will finish at Marwah after completing all 7 rounds.

Important Tips for Sa’i

  • Stay hydrated; keep a water bottle.
  • Walk at your own pace—don’t rush.
  • Read dua, Quran, or make silent dhikr.
  • Focus on your intention:
    “I am doing this only for Allah.”

Why Sa’i Is Beautiful

Sa’i reminds every pilgrim that Allah rewards effort, even when we feel tired or alone. Hazrat Hajra (AS) kept moving, praying, and trusting—and Allah blessed her with Zamzam water.

In the same way, Allah sees our struggles and gives us goodness when the time is right.

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