Taraweeh: A Special Prayer in Ramadan
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Taraweeh is a special congregational prayer performed during the holy month of Ramadan. It is a spiritual way to draw closer to Allah Almighty and receive countless rewards. Tarawih is performed after the Isha prayer and consists of 20 rak’ahs . Reciting Tarawih prayers increases the understanding of faith among Muslims and fosters a spiritual connection with the Creator. Performing the daily tarawih in the month of Ramadan fills the soul and creates a sense of connection with Allah. This approach is not only beneficial in their religious life, but also has a significant positive impact on their daily activities and helps them to act on good.
Origin and Importance
Tarawih began during the time of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), but was later abandoned so that it would not be made obligatory. After some time, it was reintroduced during the time of Hazrat Umar ibn Al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) and became a widespread Sunnah.
Tarawih Dua – English Translation:
“Glory be to the Master of the Empire and Dominion. Glory be to the Owner of Honor, Majesty, Awe, Power, Magnitude, and Power. Glory be to the Ever-Living Ruler who neither sleeps nor dies. He is Most Pure, Most Holy, Our Lord and the Lord of the angels and the Soul (Jibreel عليه السلام). O Allah! Save us from the fire (of Hell). O Rescuer! O Rescuer! O Rescuer!”
Significance and Benefits:
- 1. Tarawih helps in firming faith and increasing spirituality.
- 2. The Prophet (PBUH) said: “Whoever prays during the nights of Ramadan with faith and hopeful for reward, all his past sins will be forgive and forget.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
- 3.The Quran is narrated in its entireness over the course of the month in many mosques, allowing Muslims to listen, reflect, and know its divine messages.
- 4.Performing Tarawih in congregation fosters unity and reinforces the bond among the Muslim community.
- 5. Standing for extended durations and reciting the Quran during Tarawih helps in continuing physical capability and mental peace.
- How to Perform Tarawih.
- 1. Start with Isha prayer.
- 2.Tarawih is prayed in sets of two Rak ‘has.
- 3.Taraweeh is a Sunnah mukda for adult Muslim brother or sister, and abandoning it is not permissible.
- 4.The time of the narrator is from after the obligatory Isha prayer until dawn. If one recites it before performing the obligatory Isha prayer, then Tarawih will not be valid.
- 5 Tarawih can be performed even after the obligatory Isha and Witr prayers..
- 6.There is generally a short break after every four rak‘ahs.
- 7.Many mosques complete the narration of the entire Quran by the 27th night of Ramadan.
- 8.Taraweeh arranges with Wart prayer.
- 9.It is permissible to pray Tarawih sitting down without any excuse and it is makruh.
- 10.If Tarawih is missed, it is not made up.
Conclusion:
Tarawih is a serious act of worship that has spiritual significance. It is a means of seeking Allah’s pleasure and seeking forgiveness. Muslims around the world await this blessed prayer every Ramadan, reflect on it, and pray with devotion. May Allah Almighty accept our prayers and grant us the ability to recite it with devotion and devotion. Amen.
