Me and my husband are planning to do hajj this year Inshallah.
We have a 7 1/2 year old daughter and are wondering if taking her will cause problems for us.
She has her heart set on going but I'd rather not take her if it will mean we can't do our Hajj properly.
Do any of you have experience of taking a child that age with you?
Hey sister, mashaAllah... well im not mother myself yet but when i was a child- parents took me to there, it was sooo beautiful!! Im glad they took me to there for 3rd times (i think it was the best PLACE in the whole world) so i recommended you take your child to there. I know too many people will be there and cause the crowded but it will be worth it at the end InshaAllah. Does your daughter know how to prayer?
So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to me and do not deny Me.
Yes sister she can and does pray her salah when she sees me praying.
I would love to take her it's just everyone I speak to is negative about it and think I'll just struggle with my Hajj.
How old were you sis when you first went?
Yes sister she can and does pray her salah when she sees me praying.
I would love to take her it's just everyone I speak to is negative about it and think I'll just struggle with my Hajj.
How old were you sis when you first went?
MashaAllah, might Allah bless her. Sister, ingrone them, you are a mother and follow your heart. I really cant remember bec it was ages ago and my memory began to fade away but my young brother came and he was 6 years of age. Many people bring their children hope it is going to well for you, sister
So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to me and do not deny Me.
Sister that is great news that your 7 year old daughter has the pure intention and heart to do Hajj with you. I say take her because if she feels dejected that you said no she may never want to go again. I have felt rejection before and it costs nasty memories never going away. Brother zAk did hajj or umrah when he was 7 might want to ask him to give his opinion on this matter and ask him how he coped with his parents and vice versa how his parents coped with him during hajj/umrah. May Allah accept all your hajj and bless your family with many good things. Ameen and best of luck in Hajj.
Sister that is great news that your 7 year old daughter has the pure intention and heart to do Hajj with you. I say take her because if she feels dejected that you said no she may never want to go again. I have felt rejection before and it costs nasty memories never going away. Brother zAk did hajj or umrah when he was 7 might want to ask him to give his opinion on this matter and ask him how he coped with his parents and vice versa how his parents coped with him during hajj/umrah. May Allah accept all your hajj and bless your family with many good things. Ameen and best of luck in Hajj.
Jizakhallah bro Yanal, my daughter is quite sensitive and being the only child she may get home sick without us too.
I'm hoping bro Zak will see my thread and share his own experience.
Please everyone make dua that Allah accepts our intention and may our Hajj be Hajj mabroor.
I did Umrah with my father 9 years ago and it was a beautiful journey, I would love my daughter to keep similar memories, May Allah accept us all.
7 and a half doesnt seem too young. she's at the age where she understands everything. i say take her with u, especially if she's so keen on going. naturally, when ur over there, u will be anxious about her as there are just so many people there and easy to get lost, but just make sure u explain that she needs to stay with u at ALL times and must NEVER walk off. if need be, use a wrist strap or something.
and the jamaraat is much safer now so thats a bonus!
but take extra precautions, make sure she carries ur hotel card n hotel fone number or something with her wherever she goes. explain to her that should she get lost, she can show it to security/police officials, etc. show them to her so she knows what they look like.
give her as much information as possible, about everything and anything.
its just about being prepared. and she will love it! i "befriended" three kids, all siblings, while i was on hajj, we took em out with us, they'd come chill out in our room, we'd playfight, buy treats for em n everything so masha'allah, u will find a sense of community within ur hajj group and they too will also have their guard up for ur daughter insha'allah.
Last edited by ajnabee; 06-27-2009 at 12:28 PM.
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MasyaAllah, I think as a mom, you would be happier when you bring her to hajj with you, therefore you will perform the haj better. My sister gave me a sound advice when i went to hajj the first time 5 years ago. She told me that, Whoever goes to haj are the guest of Allah. The most Rahman of Host will treat His guests the best way a guest hope to be treated. So make your du'a and ask Allah to make everything easy for your family to perform hajj and may Allah give you hajj mabroor.
When I went to hajj, a family brought along their son of about 4 or 5 years old. He was energetic and his dad were tired but the sight of him warmed my husband's and my hearts and just wacthing him make many others happy.
Jizakhallah everyone, your opinons have been a big help to me.
InshAllah we plan on taking her with us. I think I will be able to be at peace of mind with my child with me and it'll be a beautiful experience for her.
I think , u should take her It must be a good opportunity for her to perform hajj at such a young age . don't deprive her . May Allah make it easy for all of you , Ameen.
Christ will never be proud to reject to be a slave to God .....holy Quran, chapter Women , 4: 172
When I did Hajj with my entire family, my sister was 3 and half months old. All of us used to get very concerned wherever we'll see some crowd but Alhamdulillah Allah made it real easy for us. Those were the best days of my life walking on the streets of Meena, Arafat, Musdalifah and aaahhh Madina (the most peaceful city) and most of all Makkah. Take her with you, she'll have the time of her life and it'll also strengthen your bond as the entire family will be together in the most important journey of their lives.
If Allah helps you, none can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, who is there after Him that can help you? And in Allah (Alone) let believers put their trust.
Surah Ale Imran : 160
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said:
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) climbed up Uhud, accompanied by Abu Bakr, ‘Umar and ‘Uthmaan, and the mountain shook with them. He struck it with his foot and said: “Stand firm, O Uhud, for there is no one on you but a Prophet or a Siddeeq or two martyrs.”
Narrated by al-Bukhaari (3483)
Allah (Subhaanahu Wa Taala) does not inspire seeking forgiveness in a slave whom he wishes to punish.
When I did Hajj with my entire family, my sister was 3 and half months old. All of us used to get very concerned wherever we'll see some crowd but Alhamdulillah Allah made it real easy for us. Those were the best days of my life walking on the streets of Meena, Arafat, Musdalifah and aaahhh Madina (the most peaceful city) and most of all Makkah. Take her with you, she'll have the time of her life and it'll also strengthen your bond as the entire family will be together in the most important journey of their lives.
After reading that bro Ali all I want to do is close my eyes and see myself and my little family togather carrying out the rituals of Hajj. InshAllah the day will soon come. Thankyou everybody I've decided to take Iqra with us and I will tell her how all her uncles and aunties on the forum advised me to do so
Last edited by muslimah 4 life; 06-29-2009 at 08:55 PM.
Reason: spelling
Alhamdulillah, there's no fatigue in Hajj. I guess, Allah out of his limitless mercy just vanishes this trait from us during Hajj.
If Allah helps you, none can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, who is there after Him that can help you? And in Allah (Alone) let believers put their trust.
Surah Ale Imran : 160
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said:
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) climbed up Uhud, accompanied by Abu Bakr, ‘Umar and ‘Uthmaan, and the mountain shook with them. He struck it with his foot and said: “Stand firm, O Uhud, for there is no one on you but a Prophet or a Siddeeq or two martyrs.”
Narrated by al-Bukhaari (3483)
Allah (Subhaanahu Wa Taala) does not inspire seeking forgiveness in a slave whom he wishes to punish.
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hope it is going to well for you, sister
so masha'allah, u will find a sense of community within ur hajj group and they too will also have their guard up for ur daughter insha'allah.
It must be a good opportunity for her to perform hajj at such a young age . don't deprive her . May Allah make it easy for all of you , Ameen.
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