“And those who strive in Our (cause), – We will certainly guide them to our Paths: For verily Allah is with those who do right” [Quran, 29:69].
What’s the difference between 1st and 2nd Rakah?
1st Rak’ah
1. Niyyah (Intention): The prayer begins with forming an intention (Niyyah).
2. Takbiratul Ihram: Saying “Allahu Akbar” to commence the prayer.
3. Qira’ah: Recite Surah Al-Fatiha (Hamdan) followed by any complete Surah (like Surah Ikhlas or any other).
4. Ruku and Sujood: Perform one Ruku (bowing) and two Sujood (prostrations).
5. Tashahhud: Not included in the first Rak’ah.
2nd Rak’ah
1. Qira’ah: Same as the first Rak’ah: Surah Al-Fatiha followed by any complete Surah.
2. Qunoot: Before going into Ruku, recite a Dua in Qunoot with raised hands.( dua is mentioned on the pdf below)
3. Tashahhud: After Ruku and Sujood, sit and recite Tashahhud (testimony of faith).
Al hamdulil lah Ash-hadu an la ilaha illa Allah, wahdahu la sharika lah wa ash hadu anna muhammadan abduhu wa rasooluh.
Lorem Ipsum