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Obligatory Acts of Prayer (Wajibat of Salat)

The obligatory acts of prayer are the words, actions, and movements that a Muslim must perform in every prayer. They include the following:

1. Opening Takbir (Takbir al-Ihram):
   The prayer must begin by raising the hands and saying “Allahu Akbar” to start the prayer.
2. Reciting Surah Al-Fatiha:
   Al-Fatiha must be recited in every rak’ah, as it is one of the essential pillars of the prayer.
3. Bowing (Ruku’):
   The worshipper must bow at the waist, saying “Subhana Rabbiye’l-Azim” at least three times.
4. Prostration (Sujood):
   Prostration is obligatory; the forehead, nose, hands, knees, and feet should touch the ground, saying “Subhana Rabbiye’l-Ala” at least three times.
5. Tashahhud:
   The final tashahhud must be recited, sitting and saying “At-tahiyyatu lillahi wa’s-salawatu wa’t-tayyibat,” and testifying that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His messenger.
6. Salam (Ending the Prayer):
   The prayer is concluded by turning the head to the right and left, saying “Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah” once on each side.

By fulfilling these obligations, a Muslim performs the prayer correctly and in a way accepted by Allah.