Journey Through salah

5: Istiftah (Opening Duʿa’) 5 MIN READ Now that you are in your ṣalāh, you have entered the court of Allah (ʿazza wa jall). On meeting someone you love and revere, you greet them. Likewise, when meeting Allah (ʿazza wa jall), you will greet Him with words of respect and reverence. You may also choose…

4: Qiyam (Standing) 2 MIN READ Now that you have uttered the takbīr, remind yourself that you are standing in front of Allah. Lower your head Stand in front of Allah (ʿazza wa jall) the way a humble slave stands in front of his master. Remember whom you are standing before. Let your worldly qiyām…

3: Takbir: Glorifying Allah 3 MIN READ What does Allāhu Akbar mean? Allāhu Akbar is one of the greatest statements any human being can utter. It is the statement through which you enter into your ṣalāh. It is also known as takbīrat al-taḥrīm. Once you enter ṣalāh, what was previously ḥalāl for you (e.g. eating,…

2: Facing The Qiblah & Raising The Hands 1 MIN READ Whilst turning your face in the direction of the Kaʿbah, simultaneously turn your heart towards the Lord of the Kaʿbah, Allah (ʿazza wa jall). Remove everything else other than Him from your heart.  When soldiers or opponents surrender, they will raise their hands, as…

1: Wudu: Inner and Outer Purification 5 MIN READ Performing ṣalāh is one of the most rewarding actions. However, its fruits are not just within ṣalāh itself, but also extend to the preparations carried out beforehand. The principal preparation is wuḍū’. Wūḍū’ is a compulsory requirement for ṣalāh. Without it, your ṣalāh is invalid. Wuḍū,…

Attending The Court Of The Almighty 2 MIN READ If you are going to meet an important leader or king, you will make sure that you are prepared. You will shower, perfume and wear your smartest clothes. When preparing for ṣalāh, you are actually preparing to meet the King of all kings: Allah (ʿazza wa…

A Journey Through Salah Ṣalāh is a unique act of worship involving every one of our body parts. Every requirement and component of ṣalāh has its own impact, its own flavour and experience. Every action and statement have their own form of servitude (ʿubūdiyyah) to Allah (ʿazza wa jall). The journey through ṣalāh is remarkable….