How Do You Spell MIQAT?

Pronunciation: [mˈɪkat] (IPA)

Miqat is a term used in Islamic pilgrimage, referring to the boundary beyond which pilgrims must be in a state of consecration before entering Mecca. The spelling of "miqat" follows the Arabic language's transliteration system, where the "q" represents the letter "qaf," which is pronounced as the English "k" sound but with a slight guttural pronunciation at the back of the throat. The phonetic transcription for "miqat" is /miːqat/, with the stress on the first syllable.

MIQAT Meaning and Definition

1. Miqat is an Arabic term that refers to a designated boundary or point of entry for people intending to perform the religious pilgrimage of Hajj or Umrah in Islam. It is a crucial location where pilgrims must enter into a state of ritual purity and don specific attire known as Ihram, which consists of two seamless white sheets. The purpose of miqat is to establish a set demarcation, beyond which individuals must start preparing themselves spiritually, mentally, and physically for the holy pilgrimage.

   There are five recognized miqats, specified based on the proximity to the holy city of Mecca, the ultimate destination of the pilgrimage. The miqats are namely Dhu'l-Hulayfah (also known as Abyar Ali), Al-Juhfah, Qarn al-Manazil, Yalamlam, and At-Tanʻim. Pilgrims are required to pass through one of these points before proceeding to Mecca. It is at the miqat that pilgrims recite the intention and make the intention to perform Hajj or Umrah. They then enter the state of Ihram, which symbolizes their commitment to perform the religious rituals and renounce worldly pursuits.

   Furthermore, miqat locations are marked by religious signs, mosques, and other facilitation arrangements to assist the pilgrims in their preparations. The geographical significance of miqat is contextualized from the historical event when the Prophet Muhammad himself performed the Pilgrimage, and these locations were designated as the entry points for those who wished to undertake the same religious journey. The miqat thus plays a crucial role in organizing and regulating the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages, ensuring that the rituals are observed properly and consistently.

Common Misspellings for MIQAT

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Etymology of MIQAT

The word "miqat" is of Arabic origin. It is derived from the root word "qā'a", which means "to stop" or "to halt". In Islamic tradition, "miqat" refers to the designated locations where pilgrims traveling to perform Hajj or Umrah halt and put on their ritual attire (Ihram).