The Compact Hajj Companion

The “Hajj at a Glance” chart was first developed in 1983 by Maryland architect Ansar Hasan Burney, who decided to share his experience.

This chart may be the first comprehensive onepage graphic display of all three variations of the hajj and their sequential rituals.

The rare experience of performing hajj, coupled with the short time and the large crowds, can make for a confusing trip if one is not properly prepared.

Therefore, the hajj chart (Hajjataglance.com) was created to help the intending pilgrims, or even those who are already hajjis, to learn its rituals and how to perform them.

This chart details the minor and major differences among the three variations. After reviewing it, readers should be able to easily understand the information provided and know what to expect.

Over the years, Burney’s updates have made his chart a very convenient document, one that guides the pilgrims throughout their hajj or umra from the first day of ihram to standing in Arafat.

This chart is also a great help for performing umra, the “lesser hajj,” a less structured and more flexible ritual. It provides valuable tips about roaming around in Makka and Madina as a regular tourist, exploring historic landmarks and architectural sites, as well as where to find good restaurants and souvenir shops.

The website is rich with links that help intending pilgrims plan for their journey, and its informational resources help ensure that the pilgrims are fully prepared for one of life’s greatest experiences.

To ensure its compliance with the credible religious authorities, the chart was translated into Arabic in 1984 and presented to Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Awqaf. The final version incorporated the ministry’s comments.

The chart was published, with Burney’s permission, in The Arab News (1984), two weeks before the hajj. The resulting outpouring of praise led to it being published a second time a week later.

The Arab News published the chart until 1987. The UAE’s Khaleej Times published it from 198587, Pakistan’s Dawn newspaper published it in 1985 and India’s Munsif newspaper published it in 1990.

Islamic Horizon first published it in 1995 and has continued doing so in its pre-hajj issues ever since. ih

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