What is the definition of *mujadalah* (dispute) in Hajj, and what is its ruling?

Question:
What is the meaning of *mujadalah* in Hajj? Is buying and selling considered *mujadalah*?

Answer:
There is no dispute in Hajj. The *mujadalah* referred to is that which serves no purpose. It is the dispute that serves no purpose, or the quarreling over worldly matters. This is because it distracts one from the remembrance of Allah and from the *talbiyah*. As for disputing for the sake of truth, clarifying the truth, and refuting falsehood, that is obligatory. Allah the Exalted said: . This is a general ruling applicable in Hajj and elsewhere, for the purpose of clarifying the truth and refuting falsehood.
As for disputing for the sake of the world, or for the sake of sophistry, or for quarreling, this is not permissible, neither in the state of *ihram* nor otherwise. However, it is more severe in the state of *ihram* because it causes the Muslim to miss the opportunity for worship, the opportunity for *talbiyah*, and the remembrance of Allah. Yes.