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.