Explain ten prayers in Islam
1. Salah: This is the obligatory prayer performed five times a day. It is a direct communication with Allah and includes recitation of specific verses from the Quran and various movements such as standing, bowing, and prostrating.
2. Dua: Dua is a personal prayer where Muslims can ask for guidance, forgiveness, blessings, or any other specific need from Allah. It can be done in any language and at any time.
3. Tahajjud: A voluntary prayer performed during the night after waking up from sleep. It is considered a special time for seeking Allah's mercy, forgiveness, and blessings.
4. Istikhara: A prayer performed to seek guidance and make a decision when faced with a choice or dilemma. It involves reciting a specific dua and asking Allah to guide towards what is best for the person.
5. Salat-al-Jummah: This is the congregational prayer performed on Friday where Muslims gather at the mosque. It includes a sermon delivered by the Imam (religious leader) and is considered a communal obligation.
6. Salat-al-Taraweeh: An additional prayer performed during the month of Ramadan after the obligatory night prayer (Isha). It consists of reciting longer portions of the Quran and is usually done in congregation at the mosque.
7. Salat-al-Eid: A special prayer performed during the Muslim festivals of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. It is done in congregation and includes extra takbeer (saying "Allahu Akbar" - Allah is the Greatest) and specific supplications (dua).
8. Salat-al-Witr: A voluntary prayer performed after the night prayer (Isha) and before dawn (Fajr). It consists of odd number of units and is considered highly recommended.
9. Salat-al-Istisqa: A prayer performed during times of drought or lack of rainfall. It is done to seek Allah's mercy for rain and relief from the scarcity of water and other natural resources.
10. Salat-al-Janazah: This is a specific prayer performed when someone from the Muslim community passes away. It is offered for the deceased person and includes supplications for their forgiveness and mercy.