solat

Solat, also spelled as salat, is the ritual prayer performed by Muslims as one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It is considered a fundamental act of worship and is obligatory for all adult Muslims, both male and female, who are physically and mentally capable. Solat is performed five times a day at prescribed times: Fajr (dawn), Dhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (sunset), and Isha (night).

The prayer involves specific physical postures and recitations from the Quran, including standing, bowing, prostrating, and sitting. Each prayer unit, known as a rak'ah, follows a prescribed sequence. Before performing solat, Muslims must perform wudu, or ritual ablution, to ensure cleanliness.

Congregational solat, particularly on Fridays at midday, holds special significance in Islam and is typically performed in a mosque, led by an imam. Solat serves as a direct means of communication between a Muslim and Allah, providing spiritual purification and reinforcing the believer's connection to their faith.