Prayer Times
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Prayer Steps
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Intention (Niyyah): Mentally prepare and know which prayer you're about to perform.
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Takbir: Raise both hands and say "Allahu Akbar" (God is Great).
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Standing (Qiyam): Recite Al-Fatiha and another Surah.
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Ruku: Bow and say “Subhana Rabbiyal Adheem” three times.
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Standing after Ruku: Say “Sami Allahu liman hamidah” then “Rabbana lakal hamd.”
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Sujood: Prostrate and say “Subhana Rabbiyal A’la” three times.
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Sitting and Second Sujood: Sit and then prostrate again.
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Tashahhud and Ending: After final sitting, recite the Tashahhud and conclude with "Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah" to both sides.
How Many Rak'ahs Are in Each Prayer?
| Prayer | Obligatory Rak'ahs | Simple beginner note |
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| Fajr | 2 | The best prayer to learn first because it is short. |
| Dhuhr | 4 | Prayed after midday. |
| Asr | 4 | Prayed in the afternoon. |
| Maghrib | 3 | Prayed after sunset. |
| Isha | 4 | Prayed at night. |
What Do I Say in Salah?
Starting prayer:
Say: Allahu Akbar.
Standing:
Recite Surah Al-Fatiha. If you are still learning, read from a guide until you memorize it.
Ruku:
Say: Subhana Rabbiyal Adheem.
Sujood:
Say: Subhana Rabbiyal A'la.
Fajr Prayer Step by Step
- Make Wudu and face the Qiblah.
- Intend in your heart to pray Fajr.
- Say Allahu Akbar and begin the first rak'ah.
- Recite Al-Fatiha, then bow, stand, and make two prostrations.
- Stand for the second rak'ah and repeat the same movements.
- Sit for Tashahhud, then end with Salam to the right and left.
Common Beginner Mistakes
Trying to memorize everything in one day. Learn slowly.
Leaving prayer because of fear of mistakes. Pray and keep improving.
Moving too fast. Pause calmly in each position.
Forgetting Wudu. Make Wudu before prayer whenever needed.