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What Is the Time of Duha Prayer?

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  1. Shahbaz RaZa

    This nafl namaz is offered after the sun rises high before zawaal time(i.e.Nisf-un-nahaar shari).
    It is better to offer this Namaz after a quarter of the day has passed.

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  3. Rushna shah
    Muslim Writer

    The Duha prayer, also known as the Forenoon or Shurooq prayer, is a voluntary prayer that can be performed in the forenoon, which is generally considered after the sun has risen a considerable height in the sky. It is usually prayed when the sun has fully cleared the horizon, approximately 15 to 20 minutes after sunrise. However, the time for Duha prayer is somewhat flexible and can extend until just before the time of the Dhuhr (noon) prayer begins. To simplify, you can divide the time for Duha into two parts: Early Duha: This is the preferred time to offer Duha, and it is generally within the first 15-20 minutes after sunrise. Late Duha: The Duha prayer can also be prayed later in the forenoon, even up to just before the Dhuhr prayer. However, it’s recommended not to delay it too much, as it loses some of its merit if performed closer to Dhuhr. The Duha prayer can consist of a minimum of two Rak’ahs (units of prayer), but it can be increased to four, six, or even more as one wishes. It’s a voluntary prayer that is highly recommended and is known for its spiritual benefits and rewards.

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  4. Sultan Abu Muhammad Qureshi
    Muslim Writer

    Duha Prayer:

    1. Timing: Duha prayer is prayed after sunrise and continues until just before the sun reaches its zenith (the time when the sun is directly overhead). It is preferable to delay it closer to the zenith, but it can be prayed any time between sunrise and just before the zenith.
    2. Surah Duha: While there is no specific requirement to recite Surah Duha during the Duha prayer, it is recommended to recite it as it carries great blessings. Surah Duha (Chapter 93) is a short chapter consisting of 11 verses and can be recited during this prayer.
    3. Sunrise: Duha prayer is not specifically intended for praying for the sun. It is a voluntary prayer offered during the forenoon, primarily to seek Allah’s blessings and express gratitude.
    4. Number of Rakat: Duha prayer typically consists of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 rakats, prayed in sets of two rakats each. The most common practice is to pray 8 rakats, but it can vary according to one’s choice.
    5. Makrooh Time: It is considered disliked (makrooh) to pray during the sun’s rising (when it’s still low on the horizon) and when the sun is at its zenith (directly overhead).

    Duha prayer is a voluntary and highly recommended prayer in Islam, and its timing and the number of rakats can be flexible based on personal convenience and devotion. It is an excellent way to seek Allah’s blessings and show gratitude during the forenoon.

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