Why are prayer schedules so important in Islam?
Prayer, or Salah, is one of the five pillars of Islam. Muslims are expected to pray at specific times during the day.
Following a consistent prayer schedule ensures that Muslims pray at the right times, fostering discipline and a stronger spiritual connection with God.
This guide will give you a broad overview of prayer schedules, including why they’re important, how they can vary based on your location and the methods used to calculate them, and some practical examples.
We’ll explore the specific prayer times and the factors that influence them. We’ll also look at examples from different Islamic centers. Finally, we’ll explain some key concepts, such as:
- Fajr
- Dhuhr
- Asr
- Maghrib
- Isha
- Adhan
- Iqamah