Islamic Prayers

Fatihah
The Opening, title of the first surah of the Quran, regarded as the essence of the Quran and sums up the relation of humans to God.
Salat al-Maghreb
The fourth of the five mandatory daily prayers in Islam, performed after sunset.
Ṣalātu ʾl-Khusūf (صلاة الخسوف‎)
Learn about Ṣalātu ʾl-Khusūf, the special prayers offered during a lunar eclipse. Understand the structure, religious significance, and historical context of the practice within Islam.
Ṣalātu ʾl-Kusūf - Definition, Practice, and Significance in Islam
Explore Ṣalātu ʾl-Kusūf, the special prayer performed during a solar eclipse in the Islamic tradition. Understand its structure, significance, and the circumstances under which it is performed.
Qunūtu ʾl-Witr (قنوت الوتر‎)
Explore the significance of Qunūtu ʾl-Witr, its etymology, and the special supplications said during Witr prayers in Islam. Understand its place in Islamic practice and the different forms of supplication.
Duʿāʾ-i-Maʾs̤ūr
Learn about 'Duʿāʾ-i-Maʾs̤ūr,' its implications, significance in Islamic practice, and how it reflects the devotion of Muslims by adhering to the prayers handed down from the Prophet Muhammad.
Ṣalātu ʾs-Safar (صلاة السفر‎)
Explore the concept of Ṣalātu ʾs-Safar, the prayers of travel in Islam. Learn about its origins, rules, and implications for Muslim travelers.
Ṣalātu ʾr-Raghāʾib
Learn about the term 'Ṣalātu ʾr-Raghāʾib,' its implications, and usage in Islamic context. Understand what this prayer entails, its historical background, and contemporary perspectives.
Tashahhud (تشهد‎)
Understand the term 'Tashahhud,' its etymology, significance, and recitation in Islamic prayers. Explore its role in daily worship and faith declaration within Islam.
Tasmīʿ (تسميع‎)
Explore the term 'Tasmīʿ,' its meaning, placement in Islamic prayers, and its implications in the daily life of Muslims.
Ṣalātu ʾl-K͟hauf
Learn about 'Ṣalātu ʾl-K͟hauf,' its importance, and guidelines in Islamic jurisprudence. Discover the method of performing these prayers during circumstances of fear and conflict.
AL-MUʿAWWIẔĀT (المعوذات‎)
Explore the meaning, etymology, and significance of AL-MUʿAWWIẔĀT (المعوذات‎) in Islam. Learn about the historical context, the chapters of the Qur'an, and their spiritual implications.

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