Nawafil refers to voluntary prayers in Islam that are performed in addition to the obligatory (fard) prayers. These extra prayers are not mandatory but hold great spiritual significance, allowing Muslims to earn additional rewards and strengthen their connection to Allah. They can be performed at various times throughout the day and include specific types, such as Sunnah, Tahajjud, and Duha. Engaging in nawafil is considered a way to seek closeness to God and enhance one's spiritual practice.
We offer prayer or at least two nawafil.
Total Rakaats in Salatul Awabin are 6. Niyya is like normal nawafil. The difference is that you need to read Surat Ikhlas 3 times in every rakaat.
The significance of Farz (obligatory), Sunnah, and Nawafil (voluntary) prayers in Islam is profound. Farz Prayers: These are the obligatory prayers that every Muslim must perform. They form the core of a Muslim's worship and are mandated by Allah in the Quran. Fulfilling Farz prayers demonstrates obedience to Allah's commands and strengthens the bond between the worshipper and the Creator. Sunnah Prayers: These are the voluntary prayers that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) regularly performed. Following his Sunnah in offering these prayers brings spiritual closeness to the Prophet and serves as an emulation of his exemplary life. Sunnah prayers are highly recommended and offer additional rewards and blessings to the believer. Nawafil Prayers: These are extra or supererogatory prayers that a Muslim can offer beyond the Farz and Sunnah prayers. Nawafil prayers are a means of seeking additional closeness to Allah and earning His pleasure. They provide an opportunity for increased devotion, gratitude, and spiritual growth. Each category of prayer holds its significance in a Muslim's spiritual journey, contributing to a well-rounded and fulfilling practice of Islam. For further understanding and guidance on prayers in Islam, visit Darul Ifta Sunni.
1. Offer two nawafil as thanks giving on the completion of Hajj. 2. Shave off head (woman will cut a few inches as a token) 3. Put off Ihram.
The criteria of worship is the command of Almighty Allah and the Manner is the Manner in which the last Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) worshiped. Apart from 5 times obligatory prayer, you may offer Nawafil as many as you wish but the Manner should be the same as described by the holy Prophet (SAW).
Stand on the Safa hill, face Ka'aba, pray to Allah Karim, announce Intention (Nieat) of performing Sayee, and start walking towads Marwa hill. One side. From Marwa to Safa 2, Safa to Marwa, 3, Marwa to Safa 4, Safa to Marwa 5, Marwa to Safa 6, Safa to to Marwa 7. End of sayee. Offer two Nawafil. Shave off head and put off Ihraam.
Islam has laid down the rules of earning by Halal (lawful) means and spending in Halal way. Islam also dislikes snobbery. It also dislike useless activities. However, celebrating Anniversaries is not Haram in Islam. Islam respects the culture of different nations. If it is following the culture of Christians or Jews or any other religion, it is disliked by The last Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (may peace be upon him). A Muslim's celebration is worship of Allah Almighty and offering Nawafil - Prayer and thanks giving - Shukrana.
The steps required to perform Umrah before Hajj are as follows; 1. Intension of performing Umrah. Offering two Nawafil. 2. Putting on Ahraam. 3. Reciting/chanting Talbiha 4. Going round the holy Ka'abah seven circles. 5. Kissing the Black Stone or pointing towards it in the beginning of each circle. 6. Offering two nafawil near place of Ibraheem (AS), 7. Sa'yee. Walking/running between Safa and Marwa. 8. Offerin two nawafil of comletion of Sa'yee. 9. Shaving oof head hair (Men). 10. Putting off Ahraam. Hajj is performed as follows: 1. 8th of Zilhajja: Taking bath, putting up Ahraam (two sheets of cloth), going to Haram i Pak, making intention of performing Hajj, offering two Nawafil and reaching the field of Mina before Zuhar Prayer and staying there. 2. 9th. Offering Fjr Prayer and reaching the field of Arafat (the main ritual of Hajj). Stayin there till sunset, offering Prayers and parying to Almighty Allah Karim. Leaving the field of Arafat just at sunset without offering Evening Prayer. Coming to Muzdalfa at night offering Maghrib and Isha Prayers together. Staying there at nihght. 3. 10th (Eid day) Offering Fajar Prayer and leaving Muzdalfa at sunrise. Stoning the Big Jamrah (Shaian), offering animal sacrifice, coming to Haram i - Pak, going around the Ka'abah, performing Saee (Walking/running betwen Safa and Marwa), shaving off head (men) and putting off Ahram. Going back to Mina and staying there. 4. 11th. Stoning the three Jamraat and stayig at Mina. 5. 12th. Stoning the three Jamraat and coming back to Makka before sunset.
Salah is the second pillar of Islam. Almighty Allah has laid great stress on offering Salah. A Muslim must offer Salah five times a day. He may offer extra nawafil as well. The Muslims are ordained in the hour of difficulty, test, trial and turmoil to seek the help of Almighty Allah by Patience and offering Salah. Almighty Allah commands in the Qur'an: "O, Ye people of faith, seek Allah's help with Patience and Salah. Verily Allah is with those who show Patience." Al-Baqrah-2. Para 2.
The pilgrim-Haji- declares his intention of performing Umrah and Hajj. 1. The haji takes a bath and puts of Ahraam- two untailored sheets of white cloth. 2. Offers two Nawafil-prayer as testimony to his intention of performing Umrah. 3. Abides by all the restrictions imposed after putting on Ahramm. 4. Recites Talbiha. Translation: I am present, O My allah Karim, I say yes to your call, I bow to your call O My Rab, You have No Partner, all Praise is due to You O my Rab, All bounties are due to You, all Power belongs to you, You that has No Partner in His Powers. He continues chantion Talbiha preferably with humblenes and all sincerety of his soul and body. Allah Almighty wants sincerety and humbleness from His Slaves. 5. Reaches holy Ka'abah and goes round it seven times reciting prayers, verses from the holy Qur'an, all the while accepting Almighty his Rab, and Sole Object of his prayers. 6. Offers two Nawafil preferbly near Place of Hazrat Inraheem (AS). 7. Goes to the mountain of Safa. Intends to perform Sa'a. Starts Sa'aee from Safa to Marwa, seven runs, ending at Marwah. 8. Offers two Nawafil of thanks. 9. Shaves off hair from his head (Men). 10. Puts off Ahraam. Comes out of te restriction imposed on him during Ahraam. Umrah is complete. Then he intends to perform Hajj. The rituals during Hajj are as follows: 1. 8th of Zilhajja: Taking bath, putting up Ahraam (two sheets of cloth), going to Haram i Pak, making intention of performing Hajj, offering two Nawafil and reaching the field of Mina before Zuhar Prayer and staying there. 2. 9th. Offering Fjr Prayer and reaching the field of Arafat (the main ritual of Hajj). Stayin there till sunset, offering Prayers and parying to Almighty Allah Karim. Leaving the field of Arafat just at sunset without offering Evening Prayer. Coming to Muzdalfa at night offering Maghrib and Isha Prayers together. Staying there at nihght. 3. 10th (Eid day) Offering Fajar Prayer and leaving Muzdalfa at sunrise. Stoning the Big Jamrah (Shaian), offering animal sacrifice, coming to Haram i - Pak, going around the Ka'abah, performing Saee (Walking/running betwen Safa and Marwa), shaving off head (men) and putting off Ahram. Going back to Mina and staying there. 4. 11th. Stoning the three Jamraat and stayig at Mina. 5. 12th. Stoning the three Jamraat and coming back to Makka before sunset. These are the Five minimum days required to perform Hajj.
Hajj is performed during the last month of the Islamic calendar. The schedule is as under or this is how Hajj is performed in different stages: All these rituals teach unconditional obedience to Allah Almighty. They teach equality, simplicity, sacrifice, tolerance and charity etc. It was renewed by the last Prophet of Islam Hazrat Muhammad (SAW). Only the Muslim Ummah performs Hajj which is obligatory on each MuslimDay - 1. 8th of Zilhajja: (Day of Tarwiya) Taking bath, putting on Ahraam (two sheets of untailored cloth), going to Haram i Pak, making intention of performing Hajj, offering two Nawafil and reaching the field of Mina (preferably) before Zuhar Prayer and staying there.
Five times a day a. Fajr (Sunrise) b. Zuhr (Afternoon) c. Asr (Mid Afternoon) d. Maghrib (Sunset) e. Isha (Night) Special Prayers are performed on the days of Eid called Eid Prayers (Usually an hour or two hours after sunrise) Tahajjad Prayer was obligatory on the beloved holy Prophet (SAW). It is not obligatory on every Muslim, however, many Muslims also offer tahajad prayer. Nawafil may also be offered on special occasions. Salat ul Hajat, Salat ul Kasoof ect may also be offered.