Masnoon Namaz

About Masnoon Namaz

Masnoon Namaz is a small Urdu book that explains how to pray in the way of the Sunnah, with the Arabic texts of the prayer. It is written by Shareef Qasim Salfi and published by the Salfia Educational and Research Trust. The aim is to help the reader learn the method of salah in line with the practice of the Prophet ﷺ, and to know the words recited in each part of the prayer.

The Prophet ﷺ said, as reported in Sahih al-Bukhari, “Pray as you have seen me praying.” Masnoon Namaz is written in that spirit, as a guide for those who want to follow the Sunnah in their prayer.

What readers will find

• An Urdu explanation of the method of prayer according to the Sunnah
• The Arabic texts recited in the prayer
• A slim paperback that is easy to carry and affordable
• Useful for new learners as well as those who want to correct their practice

Why learn the Sunnah method

Salah is the pillar of religion that a Muslim performs five times a day, and it is, as the hadith teaches, the first deed about which a servant will be asked on the Day of Judgement. Learning to pray correctly, with the right posture and the right words, makes the prayer more complete and brings greater peace. A clear, short guide helps a person, young or old, to learn without difficulty.

Who should read this book

Masnoon Namaz is for new Muslims, for children who are learning to pray, for adults who wish to check and improve their prayer, and for teachers who need a simple guide for classes. Because it is inexpensive, it is also often given out in gatherings and classes.

Tips for learning the prayer

Learn the prayer step by step. First memorise the short surahs and the words of the tashahhud, then practise the postures with a teacher or a family member who prays well. Read the book with the Arabic in front of you, and recite aloud so that the pronunciation becomes natural. Making dua to Allah to accept your prayer is the best way to begin and to end.

A guide for every age

Children who are just starting to pray, young adults who have been praying for years without being sure of every detail, and elders who wish to correct their practice can all benefit from a clear guide. A short book removes the shyness many people feel about asking, because they can look up the answer privately and at their own pace.

Using it in classes and at home

Teachers in masjid classes and parents at home can use a book like Masnoon Namaz as a simple lesson plan, taking one part of the prayer at a time. After each lesson, the learner can practise the posture and the recitation, and the teacher can correct small mistakes. Over a few weeks the whole prayer becomes familiar and confident.

Edition details

Title: Masnoon Namaz. Author: Shareef Qasim Salfi. Publisher: Salfia Educational and Research Trust. Format: paperback. Language: Arabic and Urdu. Sold by Lafz Bookstore with delivery across India.

Frequently asked questions

What language is Masnoon Namaz in? The explanation is in Urdu, with the Arabic texts of the prayer.

Who is it for? It is for learners of every age who want to follow the Sunnah method of prayer.

Is it a large book? No. It is a slim, low-priced paperback that is easy to carry.

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