Dubai Prayer Times: July 18th, 2024
Dubai Prayer Times for July 18th, 2024
Dubai Prayer Times: July 2024
What is Adhaan?
Adhaan is the Islamic call to prayer, typically recited by a muezzin from a mosque's minaret five times a day. It serves as a reminder for Muslims to come together for congregational prayer (Salah).
What are the Five Daily Prayers in Islam?
The five daily prayers in Islam are:
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Fajr: The dawn prayer, performed before sunrise.
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Dhuhr: The noon prayer, performed after the sun begins to decline from its zenith.
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Asr: The afternoon prayer, performed in the late afternoon.
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Maghrib: The sunset prayer, performed just after sunset.
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Isha: The night prayer, performed after dusk until midnight.
These prayers are a fundamental part of Muslim worship and are obligatory for all adult Muslims who are physically and mentally capable. They serve as a way to maintain a strong connection with Allah throughout the day and night, fostering spiritual discipline and mindfulness.
Special Prayers in Islam
In addition to the five obligatory daily prayers (Salah), some special prayers and supplications hold significance in Islam. Here are some of them:
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Taraweeh: These are additional prayers performed during the nights of Ramadan after the obligatory Isha prayer. They are performed in congregation at the mosque and consist of sets of units of prayer (rak'ahs).
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Tahajjud: These are voluntary prayers performed during the night after sleeping, although they are not obligatory. They are highly recommended and considered a means of seeking closeness to Allah.
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Witr: This is a voluntary prayer performed after the Isha prayer and before the Fajr prayer. It is usually performed in odd numbers of rak'ahs (units), such as one, three, five, seven, etc.
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Salat al-Janazah: This is the funeral prayer performed for a deceased Muslim. It is a collective obligation (fard kifayah) of the Muslim community to perform this prayer.
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Salat al-Tasbih: This is a special prayer consisting of glorifications of Allah (tasbih), performed optionally, often in a set pattern of movements and recitations.
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Salat al-Istikhara: This is a prayer of seeking guidance from Allah when making decisions or choosing between alternatives.
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Salat al-Tahiyat al-Masjid: This is the prayer of greeting the mosque, performed upon entering the mosque and before sitting down.
These special prayers and supplications provide opportunities for additional spiritual connection and devotion beyond the obligatory acts of worship in Islam. They are encouraged as ways to deepen one's relationship with Allah and seek His blessings and guidance in various aspects of life.