25 Nov
Fajr salah holds a significant place in Islam. A Qur’anic chapter begins with Allah swearing by Fajr, saying: “By the dawn, and the ten nights. It marks the start of a new day and strongly reminds us of our faith and dedication. This Fajr prayer, performed in the tranquil hours before sunrise, is a serene act of worship that sets the tone for a day grounded in mindfulness, spiritual connection, and gratitude to Allah.For every adult Muslim, learning how to perform Fajr Salah is not only an essential act of obedience to Allah’s commands but also a deeply fulfilling practice that strengthens their faith and relationship with the Creator.
Understanding the Fajr Prayer Structure
Learning how to pray fajr salah requires first understanding the structure of this prayer. The Fajr prayer includes two required units (fard) and two additional units (Sunnah) that are done before the required ones. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized the importance of the Sunnah rakats for Fajr, making learning how to pray the fajr sunnah an essential part of this early morning worship as well.
How to perform fajr salah step by step
1- Preparation:
- Start by having a true intention (niyyah) in your heart to perform the Fajr prayer only for Allah.
- Perform the wudu, this step is essential to ensure you are clean and ready to pray.
- Dress modestly, adhering to Islamic guidelines.
2- Starting the Prayer:
- Stand facing the Qiblah, raise your hands to your ears and say “Allah Akbar” (God is the Greatest). Take the position of Placing your right hand on top of your left both placed on your chest.
- Recite Surah Al-Fatihah followed by another surah or verses from the Quran, such as Surah Al-Ikhlas.
3-Ruku and Sujood:
- Say “Allahu Akbar” and bow; put your hands on your knees and say “Subhan Rabby Al-Azim” three times.
- Stand up again saying “Sami’ Allah liman hamd” (Allah hears those who thank and praise Him), followed by “Rabbana w lak al-hamd” (Oh Allah, all praise is for You).
- Say “Allahu Akbar” and perform sujoud; touching the ground with your forehead, nose, palms, knees, and toes, while repeating “Subhan Rabbi Al-Ala” three times. Sit briefly between the two sujoods and repeat the prostration.
4-Completing the First Rakat:
- After performing the second sujoud, stand up for the second rakaa and do the same steps again.
5-Concluding the Prayer:
- After finishing the two rakats, sit down and say the Tashahhud. End by turning your head to the right and left, while saying the taslim statement “Al-salam Alaikum wa Rahmat Allah” (Peace and mercy of Allah be upon you).
Key Points to Remember
- Perform the Fajr prayer just before sunrise every day. The exact time will change depending on the season and where you are.
- Announce your intention to pray to Allah and then complete two Sunnah rakats followed by two Fard rakats while facing the direction of Mecca.
- The Sunnah rakats are performed in the same manner as the Fajr prayer and are prayed before the obligatory (Fard) rakats.
- Say your prayers in Arabic.
- If you accidentally slept over and didn’t pray Fajr, ask Allah to forgive you and promise you won’t let this happen again.
- Both men and women are encouraged to perform the Fajr prayer, fostering a sense of unity and devotion within the community.
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