How to Pray Salah
كَيْفِيَّةُ الصَّلَاة
A complete visual guide to the second pillar of Islam. Learn the five daily prayers, every position from Takbīr to Taslīm, the duʿās recited in each posture, common mistakes to avoid, and practical ways to attain khushūʿ, the humility of the heart that brings Salah to life.
Prayer Times & Rakʿāt
Each of the five obligatory prayers has a fixed time window and a specific number of rakʿāt (units). Performing them in their proper time is a condition of validity, and a sign of love for Allah.
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From Intention to Taslīm
Follow the twelve steps in order. Each shows the body posture, the Arabic phrase to recite (with transliteration and translation), and a tip to perform it correctly.
Common Mistakes in Salah
Many of these are easy to slip into without realising. Awareness is the first step to correction, and Allah accepts the repentant.
Tips to Improve Concentration (Khushūʿ)
Khushūʿ is the soul of Salah. These practical habits, before, during and after prayer, soften the heart and keep the mind present with Allah.
"The first matter that the servant will be brought to account for on the Day of Judgement is the prayer."
إِنَّ أَوَّلَ مَا يُحَاسَبُ بِهِ الْعَبْدُ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ الصَّلَاةُ
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Sunan an-Nasāʾī, Tirmidhī). Take a moment to perfect your prayer today. It is the pillar of your faith and the comfort of your heart.