In a two-rak'ah (unit) prayer, such as the Dhuhr or Asr prayers in Islam, the Tashahhud is recited in the final sitting position (sujood). Here's what to say during the Tashahhud: Sit with your back straight in the final sitting position. Raise your right index finger while keeping the other fingersRead more
In a two-rak’ah (unit) prayer, such as the Dhuhr or Asr prayers in Islam, the Tashahhud is recited in the final sitting position (sujood). Here’s what to say during the Tashahhud: Sit with your back straight in the final sitting position. Raise your right index finger while keeping the other fingers closed, pointing it toward the qiblah (the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca).Recite the following words in Arabic:أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ وَأَشْهَدُ أَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُهُ وَرَسُولُهُTransliteration: Ashhadu alla ilaha illallah, wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan abduhu wa rasuluhu.Translation: “I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger.”After reciting this, you can lower your finger and complete the prayer with the Tasleem, which involves turning your head to the right and saying, “As-salamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatullah” (peace and mercy of Allah be upon you) to end the prayer. Please note that the Tashahhud is an essential part of the prayer and should be recited with sincerity and devotion.
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Islam does not have a single, universally agreed-upon stance on democracy because interpretations of Islamic teachings can vary. Some Muslims believe that democratic principles, such as the election of leaders and the rule of law, are compatible with Islam's values of justice and consultation (ShuraRead more
Islam does not have a single, universally agreed-upon stance on democracy because interpretations of Islamic teachings can vary. Some Muslims believe that democratic principles, such as the election of leaders and the rule of law, are compatible with Islam’s values of justice and consultation (Shura). They argue that these principles can be implemented within an Islamic framework.However, there are also differing views among Muslims. Some argue that Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over democratic laws, which can lead to tension between democratic governance and certain interpretations of Islamic governance.In practice, the relationship between Islam and democracy varies from one Muslim-majority country to another, reflecting a wide range of political systems and interpretations of Islamic teachings. It’s important to note that there is no single, monolithic Islamic perspective on democracy, and opinions on this topic can be diverse and nuanced.
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