Short Reflection: Ṣalāh Is a Conversation
When we stand in prayer, we are not speaking into the air. In this ḥadīth qudsī, Allah tells us that every rakʿah is a conversation between Him and His servant. When we recite Sūrat al-Fātiḥah, Allah responds—ayah by ayah.
The first half of the prayer is about Allah: praising Him, recognizing His mercy, and acknowledging His authority. This teaches us that before we ask for anything, we must first know who Allah is.
Then comes the turning point:
“You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.”
This ayah stands at the center because it defines our purpose and our dependence.
Only after praise and submission do we make our request:
“Guide us to the straight path.”
And Allah promises: “My servant shall have what he asks.”
Prayer, then, is not rushed words—it is a moment of closeness, humility, and trust. If we pray with awareness, we leave the prayer changed, not just finished.
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