Throwing the pebbles at Jamrat-ul-`Aqabah after midnight


A: Spending the night in Muzdalifah is one of the obligations of Hajj. It is fulfilled by remaining there most of the night. Therefore, since you left Muzdalifah at 12:00, as you mentioned, you did nothing wrong because it is the middle of the night and there is no harm in moving from Muzdalifah after midnight for the weak of women and others.Moreover, your throwing pebbles at Jamarat-ul-`Aqabah at the time that you mentioned is right and valid. It is permissible for the weak of women, old-aged, and those with them to throw pebbles in the last half of the night on the Day of Nahr (Sacrifice, 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, when pilgrims slaughter their sacrificial animals) to avoid the crowds and any difficulties. As for wearing the Ihram clothing again after the first Tahallul and repeating the throwing of pebbles at Jamarat-ul-`Aqabah, all of this is overlooked and there is neither sin nor Kaffarah required of you. This is because the first Tahallul is fulfilled by throwing the pebbles at (Part No. 10; Page No. 197) Jamarat-ul-`Aqabah, shaving or shortening the hair. Also, asking about matters of your faith in order to know a legal ruling is not considered exaggeration, dispute, or sin in Hajj. This is permissible so that Muslims can be aware of their Islamic duties and carry out Allah's Commands as they should be. However, you should only consult trustworthy and knowledgeable people regarding matters of faith and life. Allah (Exalted be He) says: So ask the people of the Scripture, if you do not know. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.


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