The Sunnah acts of salah? There are certain Sunnah acts which are regarded as very important to make the Salah complete. By doing all the Sunnah acts of the Salah, you can increase your reward from the Almighty Allah. It should be acted upon also in accordance with the words of the Prophet (peace and blessings of almighty be upon him): “Perform your Salah as you have seen me performing the Salah.” Common Sunnah acts of Salah: 1. Stand straight at the time of Thakbeerah Ihraam without shaking your head. 2. Raise your hands during the Thakbeerah Ihraam parallel to your ears. 3. After Thakbeerah Ihraam, tie both hands in a way that you hold your left hand with your right hand below the navel. 4. To recite the Thana’; سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ. تَبَارَكَ اسْمُكَ وَتَعَالَى جَدُّكَ. وَلاَ إِلهَ غَيْرُكَ "Glory be to You, O Allah, Praise be to You and blessed is Your name, and ...
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The Pillars/Arkans of Salah In this section, we will teach you how to perform salah by learning the pillars of Salah. There are 5 pillars and 15 Obligations (Waajibaath) that you must know to perform Salah correctly. Before learning those pillars, you will know what all the conditions are to be fulfilled before you perform the Salah. Conditions of Salah: State of being pure: A. To be clean from small impurities and large impurities. B. To keep the body clean. C. To wear clean clothes. D. To keep the place clean. To hide nudity or Awrah: It is not Saheeh (right) to perform the Salah leaving any of the prescribed body parts uncovered. To face the Qibla To be sure that the time for Salah is on To do the Niyyah (the intention that you are performing the Salah) Below, you will learn what the Pillars of Salah are: 1. To perform the Salah in standing 2. Reciting at least one Ayah from the h...
Hikmah of Salah This section discusses why we pray in Islam. Prayer was made obligatory for worshipping Allah and many other great benefits. Prayer represents the connection of the servant with his Lord, as it is the means by which the servant communicates with his Lord to complain to him about his transmission. He speaks to Allah almighty about what is important to him, and pleads with his Lord, the Most High - so that his chest is opened, and his heart is reassured. Prayer is a light by which God guides His servants to righteousness and truth, and forbids them from indecency, immorality, and disobedience. Allah says in the holy Qur’an; “Perform the Salah, for the Salah restrains from shameful and unjust deeds; and remembrance of Allah is the greatest (thing in life) without doubt. And Allah knows the (deeds) that you do” [Qur’an 29:45] Salah is a physical act of worship because it involves stand...
What is Salah (Namaz)? Its Meaning In Islam Introduction According to the Islamic Shari’ah, Salah means a combination of specific sayings and actions that begin with the takbir and conclude with the taslim. It was named so because it includes prayer, which means supplication. The specific obligation of Salah is assigned five times for each day and night. It is considered a fundamental and well-known act of worship in Islamic ordinance, which means that one who denies it will be considered. Brief history of Salah Salah was the first obligatory act of worship in Islam, and no other form of worship existed at the time. It was made compulsory in Makkah three years before the Hijra. If all worship were obligatory on earth, then Allah had invited the Prophet ﷺ to the heavens to offer Salah. It is also known as Mi’raj. On this night, the Prophet ﷺ traveled with Jibril (May Allah be pleased with him) to the heavens and witnessed many wonders there, and reached...
How to perform salah (Islamic prayer rituals) - a guide for beginners Do you know how to perform salah in the most perfect way? It is important to learn how to pray in Islam, as it is the greatest act of worship, performed with the mind, heart, and body. Prayer is the act of a Muslim being extremely humble before his Lord, Allah. He shows by his prayers that he is ready to live in complete obedience to Allah. The word "Muslim" means "one who is obedient to Allah" and "one who has submitted his will to Allah". By praying five times every day, a Muslim can keep renewing his remembrance of Allah. Learning to pray is the first step toward fulfilling the most important duty and obligation in Islam after the two testimonies. It is also one among the five pillars of Islam; The Messengerﷺ - said: “Islam ...
Why did we need the last prophet, the Prophet Muhammad (saw), and the last book, the holy quran? Introduction Throughout history, Allah sent prophets to guide humanity toward truth, justice, and righteousness. From Adam to Ibrahim, Musa, and Isa (peace be upon them all), each prophet came with a message suited to the time, place, and people they were sent to. However, as societies evolved and previous teachings were altered, misunderstood, or lost over time, there arose a need for a final, universal guidance—one that would remain unchanged and relevant for all of humanity until the end of time. This is where the significance of the last Prophet, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) , and the final revelation, the Holy Quran , becomes clear. The Need for the Last Prophet – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Earlier prophets were sent to specific communities and nations. Their teachings address...