51 sunnahs of prayer, 7 sunnahs of qiraat

 

The Sunnahs of Qiraat (recitation) in prayer relate to the way in which the Quran is recited during Salah, according to the practices of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Here are 7 Sunnahs of Qiraat:

1. Reciting Al-Fatihah in Every Rak’ah – Al-Fatihah (the Opening) is to be recited in each rak’ah (unit) of prayer.
2. Reciting with Proper Tajweed – Pronouncing the words clearly and correctly, observing the rules of Tajweed to beautify and perfect the recitation.
3. Reciting an Additional Surah After Al-Fatihah – In the first two rak’ahs of any prayer, it is Sunnah to follow Al-Fatihah with an additional Surah or a portion of the Quran.
4. Reciting Different Surahs in Each Rak’ah – For prayers with multiple rak’ahs, it is recommended to recite different surahs in each of the first two rak’ahs.
5. Pausing Briefly Between Verses – Taking a slight pause between each verse (ayah) of the recitation, reflecting on the meaning and showing mindfulness.
6. Equal Length of Surahs in Each Rak’ah – Ensuring the length of the Surah or verses in the first and second rak’ahs is similar, especially in obligatory prayers, to maintain a balanced flow.
7. Reciting Aloud or Silently as Required – In prayers like Fajr, Maghrib, and Isha, it’s Sunnah to recite aloud in the first two rak’ahs, while in Dhuhr and Asr, it is done silently.

These Sunnahs of Qiraat emphasize attention to proper recitation, humility, and mindfulness during prayer, helping to foster a closer connection with Allah. 

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