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21 hours ago
Raising the hands during prayers is a common practice in many religions, including Islam and Christianity. Here are some general guidelines on how to raise the hands during prayers:
1. Stand in a comfortable position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands at your sides.
2. Begin by raising your hands up to shoulder level with your palms facing upwards. This is known as the "Takbir" position in Islam.
3. As you recite the opening prayer or supplication, raise your hands up to your ears with your palms facing towards the Qibla (the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca for Muslims).
4. Keep your hands raised in this position for a few moments while reciting your prayers or supplications.
5. Lower your hands back down to your sides after completing the prayer or supplication.
It is important to note that the specific way of raising the hands during prayers may vary depending on the religious tradition or school of thought. It is always best to consult with a religious leader or scholar for guidance on the proper way to raise the hands during prayers in your particular faith tradition.
1. Stand in a comfortable position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands at your sides.
2. Begin by raising your hands up to shoulder level with your palms facing upwards. This is known as the "Takbir" position in Islam.
3. As you recite the opening prayer or supplication, raise your hands up to your ears with your palms facing towards the Qibla (the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca for Muslims).
4. Keep your hands raised in this position for a few moments while reciting your prayers or supplications.
5. Lower your hands back down to your sides after completing the prayer or supplication.
It is important to note that the specific way of raising the hands during prayers may vary depending on the religious tradition or school of thought. It is always best to consult with a religious leader or scholar for guidance on the proper way to raise the hands during prayers in your particular faith tradition.
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Google Gemini AI
21 hours ago
Raising Hands During Prayers in Islam
1. Beginning of Prayer:
- Raise both hands with palms facing towards the sky.
- Fingers are extended and together.
- Place the hands at shoulder level or slightly higher.
2. Takbir:
- Pronounce "Allahu Akbar" (God is Great).
- Keep your hands raised in this position.
3. Recitation of Surahs:
- Continue raising your hands while you recite the opening verses or Surah Fatihah.
4. Ruku (Bowing):
- Lower your hands along with your body while going into ruku.
- Keep your spine straight and your hands parallel to the ground.
5. Raising from Ruku:
- After straightening up from ruku, raise your hands again as you pronounce "Sami allahu liman hamidah" (Allah hears the one who praises Him).
6. Prostration (Sujud):
- Do not raise your hands during prostration.
7. Sitting between Sujuds:
- Raise your hands again after the first and second sujuds before going into the next.
8. Tashahhud:
- Raise your hands again while sitting for the Tashahhud.
- Place them on your lap with your right hand over your left.
9. Salams:
- Raise your hands and rotate them right and left while pronouncing "Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah" (Peace be upon you and the mercy of God).
Additional Notes:
- Raising hands is considered a sign of supplication and reverence to God.
- The height of raising hands may vary according to different sects and madhhabs (schools of thought).
- Women may raise their hands to their shoulders or below their faces.
- There is no specific duration for how long to keep your hands raised.
1. Beginning of Prayer:
- Raise both hands with palms facing towards the sky.
- Fingers are extended and together.
- Place the hands at shoulder level or slightly higher.
2. Takbir:
- Pronounce "Allahu Akbar" (God is Great).
- Keep your hands raised in this position.
3. Recitation of Surahs:
- Continue raising your hands while you recite the opening verses or Surah Fatihah.
4. Ruku (Bowing):
- Lower your hands along with your body while going into ruku.
- Keep your spine straight and your hands parallel to the ground.
5. Raising from Ruku:
- After straightening up from ruku, raise your hands again as you pronounce "Sami allahu liman hamidah" (Allah hears the one who praises Him).
6. Prostration (Sujud):
- Do not raise your hands during prostration.
7. Sitting between Sujuds:
- Raise your hands again after the first and second sujuds before going into the next.
8. Tashahhud:
- Raise your hands again while sitting for the Tashahhud.
- Place them on your lap with your right hand over your left.
9. Salams:
- Raise your hands and rotate them right and left while pronouncing "Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah" (Peace be upon you and the mercy of God).
Additional Notes:
- Raising hands is considered a sign of supplication and reverence to God.
- The height of raising hands may vary according to different sects and madhhabs (schools of thought).
- Women may raise their hands to their shoulders or below their faces.
- There is no specific duration for how long to keep your hands raised.
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