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Before stepping into the sacred act of Salah, certain conditions ensure your prayer is valid and accepted. These preconditions, rooted in purity and mindfulness, prepare your body, mind, and surroundings for connecting with Allah. Let’s explore these essential steps to make your Salah meaningful and complete.
You need to be mentally aware and understand what you’re doing. If you’re not in the right state of mind (like if you’re asleep or unconscious), Salah isn’t required.
While kids are encouraged to practice Salah, it becomes an obligation when you hit puberty. If you’re an 8th grader, this might already apply to you!
You must be able to distinguish between what’s right and wrong and focus on your Salah. Being distracted or not understanding the importance can lessen its value.
If someone is in a state of major impurity (like after certain life events), they need to do Ghusl (a full-body wash) before praying.
Maintain cleanliness by ensuring your body (through Wudu or Ghusl), clothes, and prayer area are free from impurities for Salah.
Before starting, take a moment to set your purpose. In your heart, think, “I am praying for Allah, and this is [Fajr/Dhuhr/etc.] prayer.”
Think of this as your “dress code” for prayer:
Imagine you’re all connected to a giant Wi-Fi network, and the signal comes from Mecca. All Muslims face the Kaaba during Salah. You can use a compass, an app, or even ask someone to point you in the right direction.
Salah consists of various parts, each with its own significance. These are generally categorized into essential acts (obligatory) and Sunnah (recommended) acts. Below is a breakdown of the key parts of Salah:
Obligatory (Fard) prayers form the foundation of a Muslim’s daily connection with Allah. These five daily prayers are non-negotiable acts of devotion that anchor our lives in spiritual discipline and purpose. Discover why these timeless acts of worship are essential for nurturing faith and fulfilling our duties as believers.
Midday, just after the sun passes its peak.
Total Rakat = 12
4 Sunnah , 4 Farz ,2 Sunnah & 2 Nafal
Nighttime after twilight disappears.
Total Rakat = 17
4,2 Sunnah , 4 Farz, 2 Nafal & 3 Witar
Life is filled with moments that call for unique ways to connect with Allah. Whether it's the joyous occasion of Eid prayers, seeking Allah's mercy through the prayer for rain, or making the heartfelt supplication of Istikhara for guidance, occasional prayers deepen our spiritual connection. Discover the beauty and significance of these special prayers, each designed for extraordinary times in our lives.
The pryer istead of Dhuhr prayer offered at Dhuhr time only on Friday.
Total Rakat = 14
4 Sunnah , 2 Farz , 4 Sunnah , 2 Sunnah & 2 Nafal
No Rukuh and Sajda
Total 4 Takbirs
Prayer for rain in drought .
Total Rakat = 2
It is performed after the sun has risen (about 15–20 minutes post-sunrise) and before Dhuhr.
Total Rakat = 2
It is performed after the sun has risen (about 15–20 minutes post-sunrise) and before Dhuhr.
Total Rakat = 2
Prayer for seeing guidance from Allah
Total Rakat = 2
Before stepping into the sacred act of Salah, certain conditions ensure your prayer is valid and accepted. These preconditions, rooted in purity and mindfulness, prepare your body, mind, and surroundings for connecting with Allah. Let’s explore these essential steps to make your Salah meaningful and complete.
You need to be mentally aware and understand what you’re doing. If you’re not in the right state of mind (like if you’re asleep or unconscious), Salah isn’t required.
While kids are encouraged to practice Salah, it becomes an obligation when you hit puberty. If you’re an 8th grader, this might already apply to you!
You must be able to distinguish between what’s right and wrong. Not understanding the importance can lessen its value.
If someone is in a state of major impurity (like after certain life events), they need to do Ghusl (a full-body wash) before praying.
Maintain cleanliness by ensuring your body (through Wudu or Ghusl), clothes, and prayer area are free from impurities.
Before starting, take a moment to set your purpose. In your heart, think, “I am praying for Allah, and this is [Fajr/Dhuhr/etc.] prayer.”
Think of this as your “dress code” before offering prayer:
Imagine you’re all connected to a giant Wi-Fi network, and the signal comes from Mecca. All Muslims face the Kaaba during Salah. You can use a compass, an app, or even ask someone to point you in the right direction.
Salah consists of various parts, each with its own significance. These are generally categorized into essential acts (obligatory) and Sunnah (recommended) acts. Below is a breakdown of the key parts of Salah:
Obligatory (Fard) prayers form the foundation of a Muslim’s daily connection with Allah. These five daily prayers are non-negotiable acts of devotion that anchor our lives in spiritual discipline and purpose. Discover why these timeless acts of worship are essential for nurturing faith and fulfilling our duties as believers.
Midday, just after the sun passes its peak.
Total Rakat = 12
4 Sunnah , 4 Farz ,2 Sunnah & 2 Nafal
Nighttime after twilight disappears.
Total Rakat = 17
4,2 Sunnah , 4 Farz, 2 Nafal & 3 Witar
Life is filled with moments that call for unique ways to connect with Allah. Whether it's the joyous occasion of Eid prayers, seeking Allah's mercy through the prayer for rain, or making the heartfelt supplication of Istikhara for guidance, occasional prayers deepen our spiritual connection. Discover the beauty and significance of these special prayers, each designed for extraordinary times in our lives.
The pryer istead of Dhuhr prayer offered at Dhuhr time only on Friday.
Total Rakat = 14
4 Sunnah , 2 Farz , 4 Sunnah , 2 Sunnah & 2 Nafal
No Rukuh and Sajda
Total 4 Takbirs
Prayer for rain in drought .
Total Rakat = 2
It is performed after the sun has risen (about 15–20 minutes post-sunrise) and before Dhuhr.
Total Rakat = 2
It is performed after the sun has risen (about 15–20 minutes post-sunrise) and before Dhuhr.
Total Rakat = 2
Prayer for seeing guidance from Allah
Total Rakat = 2
Muslims pray five times a day: Fajr (before sunrise), Dhuhr (after midday), Asr (mid-afternoon), Maghrib (just after sunset), and Isha (at night). Exact times depend on your location.
The time for Fajr prayer changes daily. You can check it using a local mosque website or a prayer time app.
Maghrib time is just after sunset. Check a prayer time app or mosque website for the exact time in London.
Asr is in the afternoon, between Dhuhr and Maghrib. Look up a local prayer timetable for today's time.
The first prayer, Fajr, is performed before sunrise.
The last prayer, Isha, is prayed at night, usually after Maghrib.
No, a prayer mat is not mandatory. You can pray on any clean surface.
Each prayer usually takes 5–10 minutes, depending on how long you spend reciting and supplicating.
Isha has 17 rakats: 4 Sunnah (optional), 4 Fard (compulsory), 2 Sunnah (optional), 2 Nafl (optional), 3 Witr (compulsory), and 2 Nafl (optional).
Yes, performing wudu (ablution) before prayer is a Sunnah and a requirement if one does not have wudu.
In Islam, prayer includes physical actions and spoken words. Silent personal supplications (duas) can be made in your head.
The Adhan is the call to prayer, recited by the muezzin to announce prayer times.
The Adhan includes phrases like "Allahu Akbar" (Allah is the Greatest) and "Hayya 'ala Salah" (Come to prayer).
It is called Jummah, a congregational prayer held every Friday after midday.
Yes, a man can lead a woman in prayer.
In general, a man should lead mixed-gender prayers, but in some cases, like teaching, exceptions may occur.
Yes, she can sit, but she cannot pray until her menstrual period ends.
Attending Eid prayer is highly recommended for women, though not obligatory.