How to Pray in Islam - The Salah (In the Light of the Prophet's Tradition)

Salah, also known as namaz, is performed by Muslims facing the direction of Kaaba. These prayers are recommended to be performed regularly throughout the lifetime. It is prescribed with repetitive cycles of bows and prostrations, namely Rakat. To exemplify the dawn prayer, Fajr consists of 2 Rakat. A prayer to Allah begins in a standing position with the recitation of the first chapter of Qu'ran. Rakats is repeated along with specific body movements. The salah is composed of 5 daily prayers.

The Quran has prescribed the salah for Muslims, and it is a part of the daily routine. The salah is an indication of a Muslim's devotion and devotion to Allah. It also signifies the total commitment of a Muslim to his or her religion.

The salah is composed of the following parts, namely standing, bowing, prostration, sitting, and standing. These parts are repeated in a specific order.

Standing: The standing part is for salah in which a Muslim stands on his or her feet, with the knees slightly bent, and hands placed upon the chest. The hands are usually kept together in front of the body.

Bowing: In the second part of the salah, the Muslim bows. The head is lowered and the hands are brought together in front of the chest, with the fingers together. The hands should be at the level of the navel.

Prostration: In the third part of the salah, the Muslim prostrates. The hands are brought together in front of the chest, with the fingers together. The head is lowered to the ground. This part is repeated in the last part of the salah.

Sitting: In the fourth part of the salah, the Muslim sits. The head is lowered and the hands are brought together in front of the chest, with the fingers together. The head should be at the level of the navel. This part is repeated in the last part of the salah.

Standing: In the fifth part of the salah, the Muslim stands. The hands are brought together in front of the chest, with the fingers together. The head is lifted to the heavens. This part is repeated in the last part of the salah.