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Thursday, 6th March, 2025 (6th Ramadan, 1446)
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Salat Timings
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Fajr
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Zuhr
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Asr
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Magrib
Start:5:59 PM Iqamah:6:14 pm -
Isha
Start:7:07 PM Iqamah:7:22 pm -
Jummah
Start: 12:09 PM Iqamah: 12:24 pm -
Jummah
Start1:30 PM Iqamah02:00 PM
Pillars of Islam
Al Shahadah
- Arabic: “Ashhadu an la ilaha illa Allah, wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan rasul Allah.”
- Meaning: “I bear witness that there is no deity (none worthy of worship) but Allah, and I bear witness that Muhammad is his Messenger and servant of Allah.”
- Significance: This statement affirms the oneness of Allah (Tawhid) and the prophethood of Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is the entry point into Islam and the foundation of a Muslim’s belief system. NEXT
Al Salah
2. Salah (Prayer)
Salah is the ritual prayer performed five times a day at prescribed times. It is a direct connection between the worshipper and Allah.
Times of Prayer: Fajr (dawn), Dhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (sunset), and Isha (night).
Significance: Salah is a means of spiritual discipline, gratitude, and remembrance of Allah. It purifies the heart, strengthens faith, and keeps a Muslim mindful of their purpose in life.
Structure: Each prayer consists of specific units (rak’ahs) and includes recitations from the Quran, physical movements (standing, bowing, prostrating), and supplications.
Al Zakat
3. Zakat (Almsgiving)
Zakat is the obligatory charity that Muslims must give annually if they meet the required wealth threshold (nisab).
Amount: Typically 2.5% of one’s savings and wealth.
Recipients: Zakat is given to the poor, needy, and other specified categories mentioned in the Quran (Surah At-Tawbah, 9:60).
Significance: Zakat purifies wealth, fosters social justice, and reduces economic inequality. It reminds Muslims of their responsibility to care for others and strengthens community bonds.
Al Sawm
4. Sawm
(Fasting during Ramadan)
Sawm is the act of fasting during the month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar.- Duration: From dawn (Fajr) until sunset (Maghrib).
- Requirements: Abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs during daylight hours.
- Significance: Fasting teaches self-discipline, patience, and empathy for the less fortunate. It is a time for spiritual reflection, increased worship, and seeking forgiveness. Ramadan is also the month in which the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Al Hajj
5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to Mecca)
Hajj is the pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, which every Muslim must perform at least once in their lifetime if they are physically and financially able.
- Time: During the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah.
- Rituals: Includes circling the Kaaba, standing on the plain of Arafat, and other symbolic acts that commemorate the actions of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his family.
- Significance: Hajj symbolizes unity, equality, and submission to Allah. It is a profound spiritual journey that cleanses the soul and strengthens a Muslim’s connection to Allah and the global Muslim community (Ummah).
The Five Pillars of Islam are not just rituals; they are a comprehensive framework for a Muslim’s spiritual, moral, and social life. They emphasize worship, community, and devotion to Allah, guiding Muslims to live a balanced and purposeful life in accordance with Islamic teachings. These pillars are a means of achieving closeness to Allah and fulfilling the purpose of creation, which is to worship Him alone.
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