Islam (Living the Muslim Life) - Salah

Question 1

Why is Salah important to Muslims?1

Answer 1

1.One of the 5 pillars
2. Allows muslims to communicate directly with God and therefore, connect with him
3, It’s a way for muslims to seek help from God in difficult times, and aim to improve themselves

Question 2

What did the prophet say that shows Salah is important?

Answer 2

He said the first question Allah will ask on the day of judgement will be about Salah

Question 3

What is the main difference between how Shia and Sunni muslims pray?

Answer 3

Many Shi’a muslims place a block of earth, called turbah, as they believe that when they prostrate their heads should touch something natural
- This reminds Shia muslims that they came from the earth, and will be returned to it after death

Question 4

What are the 5 obligatory prayers?

Answer 4

1. Fajr
2. Zuhr
3. asr
4. Maghrib
5. Isha

Question 5

Which direction should muslims face when praying?

Answer 5

The Qiblah

Question 6

What are the 4 main postures in Salah?

Answer 6

1. Qiyam (standing)
2. Ruku (Bowing)
3. Sajdah (prostrating)
4. Qa’dah (kneeling)

Question 7

What must a muslim do before praying?

Answer 7

They must perform ablution

Question 8

Where is the best place for muslims to pray?

Answer 8

A mosque

Question 9

What quote shows that Jummah prayer is very important?

Answer 9

“He who comes..to Jummah… will have his sins forgiven”