Salat (Prayer): The Second Pillar of Islam
Salat is the obligatory ritual prayer performed five times daily. It structures a Muslim's day, fosters discipline, and maintains constant spiritual connection with Allah.
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Fajr — Dawn (2 Rak'ah)
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Dhuhr — Noon (4 Rak'ah)
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Asr — Afternoon (4 Rak'ah)
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Maghrib — Sunset (3 Rak'ah)
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Isha — Night (4 Rak'ah)
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Jumu'ah — Friday Congregational Prayer (replaces Dhuhr)
Regular observance of Salat builds mindfulness, unity in the community, and spiritual resilience. Learn the times, meanings, and proper etiquette to make your prayer sincere and correct.
How to Perform Salat (brief)
Make wudu (ablution), stand facing the Qiblah with the intention (niyyah), recite Surah Al-Fatihah and other Quranic verses, perform the required bowing (ruku') and prostrations (sujood), and conclude with the taslim.
Essential Conditions
Conditions include being Muslim, having ritual purity (wudu or ghusl if required), proper dress covering the awrah, and praying within the prescribed time for each prayer.
Spiritual & Social Benefits
Salat cultivates humility, regular remembrance of Allah, moral accountability, and strengthens communal bonds through congregational prayer.
Common Tips
Learn the meanings of what you recite, maintain focus by removing distractions, attend the mosque when possible, and gradually build consistency if new to regular prayer.