Salat: A Pillar of Faith
One of the Five Pillars of Islam, Salat is performed five times daily and teaches obedience, humility, and mindfulness of Allah.
Importance of Performing Salat Correctly
Salat teaches:
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Obedience to Allah ﷻ
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Discipline and punctuality
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Humility and patience
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Spiritual peace and guidance
Learning how to perform Salat correctly, understanding its timings, and praying with sincerity are essential parts of Basic Islamic Education and the Five Pillars of Islam.
Daily Prayer Times and Their Duration
1. Fajr (Dawn Prayer)
Start Time: Begins at true dawn (when light spreads across the horizon)
End Time: Ends at sunrise
2. Dhuhr (Midday Prayer)
Start Time: When the sun passes its highest point (after midday)
End Time: When the shadow of an object becomes equal to its length
3. Asr (Afternoon Prayer)
Start Time: After Dhuhr ends
End Time: Just before sunset
4. Maghrib (Sunset Prayer)
Start Time: Immediately after sunset
End Time: When the twilight disappears
5. Isha (Night Prayer)
Start Time: After twilight disappears
End Time: Before the middle of the night (or before Fajr)
🕌Salat (Salah) – The Foundation of a Muslim’s Daily Life
Salat (prayer) is one of the most important acts of worship in Islam and the second pillar of Islam. It is an obligation upon every adult Muslim and a direct means of connection between a servant and Allah ﷻ. Through Salat, a believer remembers Allah, seeks guidance, and finds peace and discipline in daily life.
Muslims are commanded to perform five daily prayers, each at its fixed time, as prescribed by Allah in the Quran and taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
What the Quran Says About Salat
Allah ﷻ says in the Holy Quran:
“Indeed, prayer has been decreed upon the believers at fixed times.”
(Surah An-Nisa 4:103)
This verse clearly shows that Salat is an obligation and must be performed within its appointed times.
Hadith About the Importance of Salat
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“The first matter that the servant will be brought to account for on the Day of Judgment is the prayer. If it is sound, the rest of his deeds will be sound.”
(Tirmidhi)
Five Essential pillar of Islam
The Five Pillars of Islam form the foundation of a Muslim’s faith and practice. At QuranOnlineTeaching.com, we teach these pillars in a clear and easy-to-understand way, helping students learn how to live according to Islamic teachings.
Our lessons cover Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj, explaining their importance, method, and spiritual significance. This course is ideal for children, adults, and new Muslims who want to strengthen their understanding of Islam.
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Fasting
Zakat
Alms
Hajj
Pilgrimage
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