What is the ruling on one who goes for Umrah intending tourism, and who does not observe Fajr prayer even in his home? And what is the ruling on Umrah, which has become a "fad," especially in Ramadan, while clarifying the obligatory duties of the religion, such as congregational prayer and intentionally delaying the dawn prayer under the pretext of sleep, and adhering to apparent Sunnahs like growing the beard and raising the garment, even though Umrah is also among the Sunnahs?
Umrah is a great act of obedience with immense reward from Allah, especially during Ramadan. It has been confirmed that performing it is encouraged for the forgiveness of sins and the removal of poverty. Umrah is obligatory once in a lifetime for those who meet the conditions for the obligation of Hajj. A Muslim should strive to perform Hajj and Umrah consecutively with sincerity to Allah, for committing some sins does not affect the validity of Umrah or Hajj, and performing them may be a cause for guidance. Umrah must be performed with sincerity, not for boasting or ostentation, and the intention of tourism does not harm, but the reward is according to the intention. It is also necessary to advise those who commit sins and warn them about the danger of persisting in them.
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