When praying while traveling.

1.Find a Clean and Quiet Space: Look for a clean and quiet area where you can pray without disturbance. This could be a designated prayer room at an airport, a quiet corner, or even in your hotel room.

2.Face the Qiblah: Determine the direction of the Qiblah (the Kaaba in Mecca) using a compass or a mobile app that provides this information. Stand in a way that you’re facing the Qiblah.

3.Perform Wudu (Ablution): Before starting your prayer, make sure you’re in a state of physical purity by performing wudu, if possible. If water is not readily available, you can perform tayammum (dry ablution) by tapping clean soil or sand and then wiping your hands and face with it.

4.Shortened Prayers (Qasr): If you’re on a journey, you can shorten your four-unit (Rak’ah) prayers (Dhuhr, Asr, and Isha) to two units. The two-unit prayers (Fajr and Maghrib) remain unchanged.

5.Combine Prayers (Jam’ Taqdim): You can also combine Dhuhr and Asr prayers during their respective time frames and Maghrib and Isha prayers during their time frames when traveling, as long as you do so within their specified time windows.

6.Be Mindful of Prayer Times: Traveling might disrupt your usual routine, so be aware of the prayer times at your destination. You can use mobile apps or websites that provide prayer time schedules.

7.Respect Local Customs: While praying in public spaces, be considerate of local customs and laws. Some places may have designated prayer areas, while others may require more discretion.

8.Supplicate During Travel: It’s a good time to make supplications (dua) during your journey, as it is believed that prayers are often accepted while traveling.

Remember that flexibility and sincere intention are key when praying while traveling. Adapt to your circumstances and prioritize your connection with Allah.