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Riyad as-Salihin 1280 (Book 10, Hadith 10) #37769
Performing Hajj and 'Umrah on Behalf of an Elderly Person

SUMMARY: The Prophet (ﷺ) advised Laqit bin 'Amir to perform Hajj and 'Umrah on behalf of his elderly father who was unable to do so himself.

Laqit bin 'Amir (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: I came to the Prophet and said: "My father is a very old man and does not have strength to perform Hajj (pilgrimage) or 'Umrah or to undertake the journey". The Prophet said, "Perform Hajj and 'Umrah on behalf of your father". Abu Dawud and At- Tirmidhi.
وعن لقيط بن عامر رضي الله عنه أنه أتى النبي فقال‏:‏ إن أبي شيخ كبير لا يستطيع الحج ولا العمرة، ولا الظعن قال‏:‏ ‏ "‏حج عن أبيك واعتمر‏"‏ ‏(‏‏(‏رواه أبو داود والترمذي وقال‏:‏ حديث حسن صحيح‏.‏

TOPICS
pilgrimage  *  rituals  *  obligation  *  respect

QUICK LESSONS:
Perform Hajj and Umrah on behalf of your elderly parent if they are unable to do so themselves; Take care of your elderly parent; Honor your parent's wishes; Show respect towards elders; Fulfill religious duties/obligations .

EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith is about the importance of respecting our elders. It tells us that even if our elderly parents are not able to perform their religious obligations such as Hajj or Umrah due to their age or health conditions, we should still fulfill these obligations on their behalf. This hadith also teaches us the importance of fulfilling our religious duties and honoring our parents. We should always strive to make sure that we are doing what is best for them in any situation. Additionally, this hadith reminds us that it is important for us to take care of our elderly parents and ensure they have all the support they need in order for them to live a comfortable life.

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