Reflection
A strong spiritual life begins with disciplined prayer.
Daily Morning Devotion · Month of Dhul Ḥijjah
Day 20 — Guard Your Ṣalāh
Ṣalāh is the believer's direct connection with Allah. When you perform ṣalāh, you speak to Allah (swt); when you recite the Qur'an, Allah (swt) speaks to you.
“Indeed, prayer restrains from immorality and wrongdoing.”— Qur'an 29:45
Devotion
A Threefold Reflection
Move from understanding, to imagination, to supplication.
Metaphor
An invitation from a world ruler is treasured and considered a great honour. However, what honour can be greater than a five-times-daily invitation from the Creator, Commander, and Ruler of all rulers?
Prayer
“O Allah, make me constant, focused, and devoted in my ṣalāh.”
Muḥāsabah
Self-Examination
Sit quietly with these two questions before the day takes you.
Ask yourself honestly
- 1
Do I feel uncomfortable continuing whatever I am doing when it is time for ṣalāh?
- 2
Does the adhān trigger the same feeling of excitement in me as a phone call from a loved one?
Benefits
The Fruits of Guarding Your Ṣalāh
Five gifts from a life ordered around prayer.
Strengthens Your Īmān
Builds a firm bond with Allah.
Brings Inner Peace
Reduces stress and worries.
Protects You From Sin
Keeps you away from immorality and wrongdoing.
Guides You to Success
Leads to righteousness in this world and the Hereafter.
Pleases Allah
The most beloved act after the obligatory duties.
“And whoever relies upon Allah — then He is sufficient for him. Indeed, Allah will accomplish His purpose.”— Sūrah Aṭ-Ṭalāq 65:3
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