Salah (The Muslim Prayer)

Salah (The Muslim Prayer)

Salah is the second pillar of Islam and an obligatory act of worship performed five times daily. It is a direct connection between a believer and Allah, offering spiritual purification, discipline, and guidance.

Key Aspects of Salah:

• Five Daily Prayers:

  1. Fajr (Dawn) – 2 Rak’ahs

  2. Dhuhr (Noon) – 4 Rak’ahs

  3. Asr (Afternoon) – 4 Rak’ahs

  4. Maghrib (Evening) – 3 Rak’ahs

  5. Isha (Night) – 4 Rak’ahs

• Importance of Salah:

  • Commanded by Allah in the Quran (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:43).

  • Prevents sins and evil deeds (Surah Al-Ankabut 29:45).

  • Brings peace, discipline, and closeness to Allah.

  • First act to be judged on the Day of Judgment.

• Conditions for Salah:

  • Purity (Wudu or Ghusl)

  • Facing the Qiblah (Kaaba)

  • Correct intention (Niyyah)

  • Performed on time