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Prayer

How to pray, what to say, missed prayers and praying at work, school or while travelling. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

When can I pray again after my period ends?

You can pray again once your period has stopped (white discharge or dryness) and you've done ghusl. Pray the current prayer; missed ones aren't owed.

Muslims pray facing Mecca because the Quran commands it and the Kaaba, built by Abraham, is there. Muslims face it but don't worship it.

What do Muslims say when they pray? Allahu Akbar, al-Fatiha, short praises in bowing and prostration, the tashahhud and salam, with meanings.

Muslims pray five times a day: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha. Here are the times, rakat, where five comes from, and optional prayers.

How do I pray as a Muslim? Make wudu, face Mecca, then follow intention, takbir, al-Fatiha, ruku, sujood and salam. A simple guide.

Yes, they're obligatory once you're Muslim, but Allah knows you're learning. Here's how to start and build the habit.

No. Women don't pray during their period and don't make those prayers up. Missed fasts are made up. Here's what to do after.

It's normal, and your prayer still counts. Keep going. Here's why prayer can feel empty and simple ways to build focus (khushu).

Yes, after you pray Fajr. Here's what to do if you oversleep, whether going back to bed is okay, and tips for early summer Fajr times.

Many scholars allow it when needed, avoiding images and statues. Here are both views, better places to look for first, and family events.

Yes, if it's clean and firm enough for proper sujood. Here's why soft mattresses aren't ideal, and how to pray on your bed when you're sick.

Yes. The Prophet prayed while carrying his granddaughter Umamah and shortened prayers for crying babies. Here's what parents need to know.