The Importance of Salat During Ramadan

Prayer, also known as Salah or Salat, is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, serving as a direct connection between Muslims and Allah (SWT). During Ramadan, this act of worship takes on an even greater significance as believers seek to deepen their spiritual connection and attain Allah's mercy and blessings. Understanding how to pray during Ramadan can strengthen this holy experience, fostering discipline and spiritual growth.

How Often Do Muslims Pray During Ramadan?

Muslims pray five times daily throughout the year, a practice known as Salat. These prayers include Fajr (dawn), Dhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (sunset), and Isha (night). During Ramadan, however, additional prayers, such as Tarawih, are performed after Isha. These nightly prayers, unique to Ramadan, offer Muslims an opportunity to reflect on the Quran and increase their devotion.

How to Pray During Ramadan

For those new to the faith or seeking to better their practice, learning salat on how to pray is essential. Begin by ensuring a clean place for prayer and perform ablution (wudu) before starting. The prayer involves a series of prostrations and Quranic recitations, with intentions focused on seeking Allah’s guidance and forgiveness.

What Allah SWT Says About Salat

Allah SWT has expressed the importance of taking Salat seriously and to pray regularly ensuring no obligatory prayer is missed without a valid reason. See below the mention of Salah in Surah Al-Baqarah:

“Guard strictly (five obligatory) As-Salawat (the prayers) especially the middle Salat (i.e. the ‘Asr prayer). And stand before Allah with obedience” (Quran 2:238).

Prayers at Ramadan

Ramadan is not only a time for fasting but also for strengthening one's relationship with Allah through prayers at Ramadan. This includes making sincere duas (supplications) during Suhoor (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (breaking fast). Tarawih, a special Ramadan prayer, allows Muslims to recite the Quran over the month, encouraging reflection and gratitude.

What The Quran Says About Salat And Charity

The Holy Quran emphasises the connection between actively donating to charity and praying Salat. See the following verse below:

"And establish prayer and give Zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah. Indeed, Allah is All-Seeing of what you do." (Quran 2:110)

When Muslims donate to charity, they fulfil a commandment that reinforces their devotion and obedience to Allah. You can also strengthen your salat by supporting one of community programs today!

The Power of Praying During Ramadan

Prayers during Ramadan hold immense reward. Allah promises to multiply blessings for those who pray with sincerity and devotion. Whether it is the obligatory prayers or the additional Tarawih prayers, each act of worship brings believers closer to Allah’s mercy.

At UK Islamic Mission (UKIM), we emphasise the importance of faith and community, especially during Ramadan. Through your Muslim prayer and acts of charity, you can strengthen your connection with Allah while helping those in need.

Let this Ramadan be a time of spiritual renewal. Reflect on your prayers, deepen your understanding of Salat in Ramadan, and embrace the opportunity to grow closer to your Creator. Together, through faith and action, we can make a difference.