Maghrib

The Maghrib prayer (Arabic: صلاة المغرب‎ ṣalāt al-maġrib, '"sunset prayer"), prayed just after sunset, is the fourth of five obligatory daily prayers (salat) performed by practicing Muslims.

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Ghusl . Maghrib . Laylat al-Qadr

I have come across differing opinions regarding the timing of Ghusl for Laylat al-Qadr. Some suggest it should be performed before Maghrib while others say after. Which is accurate? If it is before Maghrib, can it be performed at any time during the day?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 10 months ago

Ghusl of Laylatul Qadr is highly recommended during the night of Qadr and not during the day before or after Laylat al Qadr.

Wassalam.

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Time . Maghrib . Sawm (Fasting) . Adhan . Iftar . Kaffara

Is it correct to break my fast at the time of Adhaan or after I pray Maghrib? If this practice is wrong, do I need to perform any expiation or repeat all my fasts?

It is allowed to break your fast at the time of Adhaan of Maghrib. Although it is recommended to pray before breaking your fast. Recommended is not obligatory. You don’t need to repeat any fast.

Wassalam.

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Isha . Maghrib . Salah (Prayers) . Nafl

Is it allowed to perform the Nafla of Maghreb prayer before Isha, even if I have performed the Maghreb prayer late?

Yes. The time of Nafila of Maghrib remains till before the end of the time of Maghrib Prayer which is before midnight.

'Wassalam.

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Iftar . Maghrib . Isha . Salah (Prayers) . Food . Mustahabb

Should I leave out the recommended acts during my Salah if my family rushes through Maghrib and Isha prayers during Iftar and scolds me for taking longer while I don't want to rush my prayers?

If some one is waiting for you to join them in Iftaar, it is recommended to join them, then perform Salah. Joining persons who are waiting for you is more important than recommended acts un Salah.

Wassalam.

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Time . Ramadan . Maghrib . Laylat al-Qadr

What time is considered "the night" for special days such as the 23rd of Ramadan? Is it 12AM midnight marking the start of 23rd Ramadan or after Maghrib evening on the 23rd Ramadan?

The night starts from Maghrib time and goes on till Fajr time, while the day starts from after Fajr or sunrise according to another opinion, and continuous till sunset.

Wassalaam

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Qadha . Adhan . Asr . Maghrib . Isha . Dhuhr . Salah (Prayers)

Do the Zuhr prayers get Qadha with the Adhan of the Asr prayers and similarly the Maghrib prayers with that of the Adhan of the Isha prayers?

Mateen Charbonneau, Sheikh Mateen Joshua Charbonneau achieved a certificate from Harvard University in Islamic Studies. He undertook Howza classes under esteemed scholars since 2013 and has been teaching at Imam Mahdi... Answered 2 years ago

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Asr . Maghrib . Travel . Salah (Prayers) . Qasr (Shortened Prayers)

What can I do if I am due to miss Asr and Maghrib prayers due to travel and will reach my destination at midnight?

We must perform every obligatory daily Prayer within it's time and never leave it to be Qadha even during traveling. We should pray it while traveling within our situation and abilities.

'Wassalam.

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Asr . Qadha . Maghrib . Time . Isha . Salah (Prayers)

If I forget to pray Asr and it becomes Qadha, and then it is Maghrib time, should I pray Maghrib and Isha first before performing the Qadha prayer for Asr?

Pray Qadha of Asr first then Maghrib and Isha.

Wassalam.

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Parents . Maghrib . Salah (Prayers)

My parents are making me take driving classes at night but I will miss Maghrib prayers. I have to go though because they have already paid. Am I sinful and can I make up my prayer later?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 2 years ago

Bismihi ta'ala

Booking driving lesson or anything of this sort is not at all a valid excuse for missing out on your wajib prayers. Your parents should have arranged it in such a way where you can pray, and the duty of parents is to teach their children to always prioritise prayer.

Yes, if you will be late for prayers, and will still be able to pray within the time frame for prayer, that would be permissible, although its always best to pray on time. So, it would be ok for you to go to the driving class, as long as you have time to pray.

However, if you will not have enough time, then it will be impermissible and haram.

And Allah knows best.

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Fajr . Maghrib . Isha . Adhan . Salah (Prayers) . Iqama

Are my Fajr, Maghrib, Isha salah valid and Adhan or Iqamah valid if I recite them all in a low clear voice which I can clearly hear but others in different rooms may not?

It is obligatory on Muslim male to recite Sura Al-Hamd and another Sura in clear voice in Fajr, Maghrib and Isha Prayers. Clear voice does not making others hear you, but it means that you voice is clear even if it is low but can be heard by those who are just near you.

Wassalam.

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Maghrib

Is there any basis to the suggestion that one should avoid going near a sea or lake after Maghreb time?

Where did read this suggestion to avoid going near the sea or lake after Maghrib time? It might be based on certain cultures but I did not find any evidence to suggest that.

Wassalam.

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Asr . Maghrib . Sleep . Prophet Muhammad . Makruh

I have heard that sleeping between Asr and Maghrib is Makrooh. If true, when did the Prophet (saw) used to take his naps?

Yes, it is mentioned in many Hadeeths that sleeping between ASR and Maghrib is Makrouh (disliked) and cause many harms on health and well-being. It can cause mental problems and unhappiness. Hadeeth says: Who sleeps between ASR and Maghrib should not blame but himself when he finds disturbance in his mind. In Makarim al-Akhlaq page 333: Sleeping after ASR causes mental harm.

Nap during the day is good and called Qayloola قيلولة which is after Dhuhr till before Asr.

Wassalam.