DEPARTURE TO ARAFAT Proceed to Arafat, and as you make your way, say: "O Allah (swt), to You I turn, upon You I rely, and toward Your countenance I direct my intentions. I affirm the truth of Your word and follow Your command. I ask You to bless my lifespan, fulfill my needs, and make me among those You take pride in today before those who are better than me." Continue reciting the Talbiyah on your way to Arafat. Do not leave Mina before the dawn has risen under any circumstance. [At Arafat] When you reach Arafat, pitch your tent at Namirah, close to the mosque, as this was where the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him and his family, set up his tent and dome. When the sun begins to decline on the Day of Arafah, cease the Talbiyah, perform ghusl (ritual purification), and pray the Dhuhr and Asr prayers with one adhan (call to prayer) and two iqamas (calls to commence prayer). You should hasten these prayers and combine them so that you can dedicate the rest of the time to supplication, as this is a day for prayer and asking Allah (swt) for your needs. [Standing at Arafat] Then proceed to the standing place (al-mawqif) with tranquility and dignity. Stand at the foot of the mountain on its left side and recite the supplications of the standing. Pray abundantly for your parents, asking Allah (swt) to pardon them and grant them His mercy. Remain in a state of purification and ensure you have performed ghusl. Do not leave Arafat until after sunset, as departing before sunset will require you to sacrifice a sheep (dam).