The Prayer Ritual
The Prayer Ritual
Traditionally, prayers are said while standing on a small prayer rug, though using one isn’t required. The prayers are always recited in Arabic while performing a series of ritualized gestures and movements intended to glorify Allah and proclaim devotion called Rak’ha. The Rak’ha is repeated two to four times, depending on the time of day
Takbir: Worshippers stand and raise their open hands to shoulder level, proclaiming Allahu Akbar (“God is great”).
Qiyaam: Still standing, faithful cross their right arm over their left across their chest or navel. The first chapter of the Quran is read, along with other supplications.
Ruku: Worshippers bow toward Mecca, place their hands on their knees, and repeat, “Glory be to God, the greatest,” three times.
Second Qiyaam: The faithful return to a standing position, arms at their sides. Allah’s glory is proclaimed again.
Sujud: Worshippers kneel with only palms, knees, toes, forehead, and nose touching the ground. “Glory be to God, the highest” is repeated three times
Tashahhud: Transition into a seated pose, feet beneath them and hands on laps. This is a moment to pause and reflect on one’s prayer. Sujud is repeated. Tashahhud is repeated. Prayers to Allah are said, and the faithful raise their right index fingers brieffy to proclaim their devotion. Worshippers also ask Allah for forgiveness and mercy. If worshippers are praying communally, they will conclude prayers with a brief message of peace for one another. Muslims turn first to their right, then to their left, and offer the greeting, “Peace be upon you, and the mercy and blessings of Allah.”
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