The time for beginning supplication at 'Arafah

Question: What is the time at which supplication begins at 'Arafah?

Answer: After the sun passes its zenith, once the pilgrim has prayed the midday and afternoon prayers combined and shortened with one call to prayer and two second calls, the pilgrim proceeds to his station at 'Arafah. He should strive in supplication, remembrance of Allah, and the pilgrim's chant of response. It is prescribed for him to raise his hands in doing so, beginning with praise of Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), until the sun sets.