The Ruling on Hajj and 'Umrah for a Woman Whose Husband Has Died During the Waiting Period

Question:
Your second question, Muhammad. Your second question, please proceed. A man came to the Kingdom for the purpose of 'Umrah and Hajj. Then Allah decreed that the man passed away. Now, the woman is in the state of 'iddah, and her 'iddah ends on the twenty-fifth of Dhu al-Hijjah next. So now, the woman is in a state of indecision; she wants to visit Madinah, she wants to perform 'Umrah, or she wants to return to her country. Do you see? She does not know, meaning she is confused. How is it? Is it permissible for her, for example, to perform Hajj, do you see, and perform 'Umrah now while she is in the state of 'iddah, or is it not permissible?

Answer:
My brother, listen, may Allah guide you. The woman whose husband has died remains in the house. The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Remain in your house until the term is fulfilled." There is no harm in her going out during the day for her needs, then returning to her house. She must adhere to staying in the house as much as possible. Yes.

The presenter:
May Allah bless you.