umrah
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of umrah
< Arabic: literally, visit
Example Sentences
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Saudi Arabia will remove COVID-19 restrictions for the 2023 haj season and host pre-pandemic numbers of pilgrims, the kingdom's ministry of haj and umrah said on Monday.
From Reuters ● Jan. 10, 2023
It is also the ultimate destination for the Muslim hajj and smaller umrah pilgrimage.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 23, 2022
However, thousands wishing to perform umrah, a pilgrimage that can be undertaken at any time of year, have been affected by the ban.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 14, 2020
Unlike the hajj pilgrimage, which takes place once a year and is required for all Muslims who are able to undertake it, the lesser umrah pilgrimage can be performed year-round.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 27, 2020
Hajj and umrah revenues are estimated to surpass $150 billion by 2022.
From Slate ● Oct. 22, 2018
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