Class 2: Salah (Prayer) – Pillar of Islam

Key Takeaways:

1. The Obligation of Salah:
   • Imam As-Sa’di details the five daily prayers as obligatory acts commanded by Allah in numerous Qur’anic verses (e.g., Surah Al-Baqarah 2:43).
2. Conditions for Salah:
   • Purity, proper clothing, facing the Qiblah, and praying within the prescribed times are prerequisites for valid prayer.
3. Integrals of Salah:
   • Actions such as standing, recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah, bowing (ruku’), prostration (sujood), and tashahhud are essential parts.
4. Sunnah Practices in Salah:
   • Raising the hands during takbir, supplications in ruku’ and sujood, and attentiveness enhance the prayer’s quality.
5. Reflection:
   • Salah is not just a ritual; it connects the believer to Allah, instilling discipline, humility, and gratitude.