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School & University

Prayer, fasting, friends and Muslim life at school and university. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

Can I pray in the university library?

Yes, if the library allows it. Pick a quiet corner away from walkways, put a bag in front of you, and recite quietly.

It depends. Most prayers fit before or after class, but if a lesson covers the whole prayer window, you can step out briefly to pray.

It depends. Some scholars allow combining Zuhr/Asr or Maghrib/Isha occasionally for real need, but not as a daily habit.

Yes, you can ask. Check if the exam covers a whole prayer window, then request a short supervised break early and in writing.