Introduction to Namaz (Salah)
Namaz (Salah) is the second pillar of Islam and the most important act of worship that connects a Muslim to Allah (SWT). Performing Salah correctly with proper recitation, postures, and sincerity is essential for every Muslim.
Our Complete Namaz Course is designed for beginners and advanced learners, covering everything from basic prayer steps to advanced rulings in light of the Quran and Sunnah.
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Namaz (Salah) is the second pillar of Islam and a mandatory act of worship for every Muslim. It is a direct connection between a believer and Allah (SWT) and must be performed five times daily.
Muslims are required to pray five times a day at the following times:
✔ Fajr – Before dawn
✔ Dhuhr – After midday
✔ Asr – In the afternoon
✔ Maghrib – Just after sunset
✔ Isha – At night
Namaz is obligatory (Farz) for every:
✅ Muslim
✅ Sane person
✅ Adult (reaches puberty)
However, kids are encouraged to start practicing from the age of 7 to build a strong habit.
Wudu (Ablution) is required before performing Salah. The steps include:
1️⃣ Intention (Niyyah)
2️⃣ Washing hands (3 times)
3️⃣ Rinsing the mouth & nose (3 times)
4️⃣ Washing the face (3 times)
5️⃣ Washing arms up to elbows (3 times)
6️⃣ Wiping the head & ears
7️⃣ Washing feet up to the ankles (3 times)
If water is unavailable, Tayammum (dry ablution) can be performed.
If a prayer is missed accidentally or due to unavoidable reasons, it should be made up (Qada Salah) as soon as possible.
If missed intentionally, it is a major sin, and repentance is required along with making up the missed Salah.
Yes, if a person cannot stand due to illness or weakness, they may:
✔ Pray sitting if they are unable to stand.
✔ Pray lying down if they cannot sit.
Islam is a religion of ease, and prayer should never be skipped due to health reasons.
When traveling, Muslims are allowed to shorten their prayers as follows:
✔ Dhuhr (4 to 2 Rakats)
✔ Asr (4 to 2 Rakats)
✔ Isha (4 to 2 Rakats)
✔ Fajr & Maghrib remain the same
This is called Qasr (shortened prayer) and is applicable when traveling more than 48 miles (78 km) from home.
If a person makes a mistake in Salah, they can perform Sujood al-Sahw (two extra prostrations) before ending their prayer to correct unintentional errors.
No, women are exempt from praying during menstruation (Hayd) and postnatal bleeding (Nifas). They do not have to make up missed prayers.
The Quranic recitations and essential parts of Salah (like Surah Al-Fatiha) must be in Arabic. However, personal duas after Salah can be made in any language.
✔ Sunnah Mu’akkadah (Highly recommended prayers) – Regularly prayed by the Prophet ﷺ and should not be missed.
✔ Sunnah Ghair Mu’akkadah (Optional Sunnah) – Recommended but not obligatory.
✔ Nafl (Voluntary prayers) – Extra prayers for gaining rewards and closeness to Allah (SWT).
✔ Understand the meaning of recitations
✔ Pray on time & avoid distractions
✔ Recite calmly & from the heart
✔ Imagine standing before Allah (SWT)
✔ Start at age 7 (gradually teach basic steps).
✔ Encourage regular practice at age 10.
✔ Pray together as a family.
✔ Explain the importance & rewards of Salah.