The importance of the prayers lies in the fact that no matter what actions one performs in his life, the most important aspect is one’s relationship to Allah, that is, one’s faith (iman), God-consciousness (taqwa), sincerity (ikhlas) and worship of Allah (`ibadah). This relationship with Allah is both demonstrated and put into practice, as well as improved and increased, by the prayer. Therefore, if the prayers are sound and proper, the rest of the deeds will be sound and proper; and if the prayers are not sound and proper, then the rest of the deeds will not be sound and proper, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) himself stated. In reality, if the prayer is performed properly – with true remembrance of Allah and turning to Him for forgiveness – it will have a lasting effect on the person. After he finishes the prayer, his heart will be filled with the remembrance of Allah. He will be fearful as well as hopeful of Allah. After that experience, he will not want to move from that lofty
DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yawm Arba'a, 18th day of Jumaadal Uulaa, 1446AH (Wednesday, 20th November 2024). *_LETS AVOID WASTING OUR TIME_*. BismilLah. The Messenger of ALLAH sallallahu alaihi wasallam warned us that, "Man shall not be let go or discharged on the Day of Judgement until he has been questioned about FOUR things: 1. With regard to his life, how did he spend it? 2. With regard to his youth, in what ways did he expend it? 3. With regard to his wealth, where did he earn it from, and what did he spend it on? 4. With regard to his knowledge, what use did he put it to?. These are only a few, just not to prolong the reminder. Let's be mindful as the grave is waiting for each of us. It could be you or me tomorrow. *_May ALLAH purify our hearts_*. Aameen.