🕌 Daily Prayers + Jumu'ah Summary

This table provides a concise summary of the obligatory (Fard) and recommended (Sunnah) Rak'ahs for each of the five daily prayers, along with the special Jumu'ah (Friday) prayer. Hover over Arabic terms for quick explanations, and click "More Info" to expand detailed descriptions for each prayer.

Prayer Obligatory Rak'ahs Sunnah Before Type (Before) Sunnah After Type (After) More Info
Fajr 2 ✔ 2 Mu'akkadah "Emphasized" or "confirmed" Sunnah. Highly recommended prayers consistently performed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). ✖ None —
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Time: Dawn until just before sunrise.
Significance: The first prayer of the day, symbolizing a new beginning with Allah. It's considered highly virtuous, providing protection for the day.

Dhuhr 4 ✔ 4 (2+2) Mu'akkadah "Emphasized" or "confirmed" Sunnah. Highly recommended prayers consistently performed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). ✔ 2 Mu'akkadah "Emphasized" or "confirmed" Sunnah. Highly recommended prayers consistently performed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
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Time: After the sun passes its zenith (noon) until the start of Asr.
Significance: A spiritual break during the busiest part of the day, allowing Muslims to reconnect with their faith and seek guidance.

Asr 4 ✔ 4 Ghayr Mu'akkadah "Non-emphasized" or "unconfirmed" Sunnah. Optional prayers sometimes performed and sometimes omitted by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). ✖ None —
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Time: Late afternoon, when an object's shadow equals its length (or twice its length, depending on school of thought) until sunset.
Significance: Often called the "middle prayer," it's a test of faith and commitment amidst daily activities. Performing it on time brings significant rewards and protection.

Maghrib 3 ✖ None — ✔ 2 Mu'akkadah "Emphasized" or "confirmed" Sunnah. Highly recommended prayers consistently performed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
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Time: Immediately after sunset until the disappearance of twilight (or beginning of Isha).
Significance: Marks the end of the day and a moment to express gratitude for blessings received. It is the shortest obligatory prayer.

Isha 4 ✔ 2 Ghayr Mu'akkadah "Non-emphasized" or "unconfirmed" Sunnah. Optional prayers sometimes performed and sometimes omitted by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). ✔ 2 Mu'akkadah "Emphasized" or "confirmed" Sunnah. Highly recommended prayers consistently performed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
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Time: After twilight disappears (complete darkness) until dawn (Fajr time begins).
Significance: The final prayer of the day, offering a chance to conclude the day with remembrance of Allah, seek forgiveness, and gain spiritual connection before rest.

Jumu'ah (Friday) 2 (replaces Dhuhr) ✔ 2 or 4 Ghayr Mu'akkadah "Non-emphasized" or "unconfirmed" Sunnah. Optional prayers sometimes performed and sometimes omitted by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). ✔ 4 (in masjid) or 2 (at home) Mu'akkadah "Emphasized" or "confirmed" Sunnah. Highly recommended prayers consistently performed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
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Time: Replaces Dhuhr prayer on Fridays, performed after noon.
Significance: A special congregational prayer for Muslim men, preceded by a sermon (Khutbah). It emphasizes community unity, spiritual rejuvenation, and Friday is considered the best day of the week, with a special hour where supplications are answered.

May this guide help you in understanding and performing your daily prayers with sincerity and devotion.