Salah is one of the basic pillars of Islam. It’s importance has been emphasized over and over again in the Quran and anyone who believes in Allah, His messengers and the Day of Judgement cannot undermine its importance. It is a time when you have your personal appointment with the Lord of the heavens and […]
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The physical benefits of Salah
One of the pillars of Islam is to offer Salah – the 5 daily prayers which are obligatory upon every Muslim. The importance of Salah cannot be phrased in a single word but it is laid throughout the pages of the Quran. It is noteworthy that even while you are unwell, there is no excuse […]
Why Pray Your Salah On Time
We are often asked why it is important to offer the Salah on time, why we cannot delay it or make it up later. Well, “Between a man and shirk [associating others with Allah] and kufr there stands his giving up prayer.” Narrated by Imam Muslim in his Saheeh, 82. The importance of offering your […]
Offering Salah at Work: Pros and Tips
Muslim men and women across the world are faced with one major dilemma – whether to pray or not pray at work. While prayer has their hearts and they are well aware how important offering salah at work is, they often find it awkward to ask for a prayer room or to pause their work […]
3 Ways to Improve Your Salah
No matter which sect they follow, no Muslim on planet earth has ever questioned the importance of Salah (the five daily prayers prescribed in Islam). They are obligatory and that’s that. However, we are so caught up with our monotonous routines and hectic schedules that we barely make time to offer it. But is that […]
Pray Wherever You Are
The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “The covenant that stands between us and them is prayer; whoever gives up prayer is a kaafir [disbeliever].” Narrated by Imam Ahmad and the four authors of al-Sunan with a saheeh isnaad [sound chain of narrators]. “Guard strictly your (habit of) prayers… If you […]
4 Ways Of Early Ramadan Preparations
When any major event draws near, we prepare for it months in advance. Be it a wedding or a seminar, we leave no stone unturned in bracing for it. We book the venue, plan the seating arrangements, decorate and send invitations. Now think of the biggest event of the year we are given as Muslims […]