Muslim women have been admonished to uphold the virtues of Salat, which is prayers in accordance with the Holy Qur’an and teachings of Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him.
They were also admonished on the need to respect the Islamic values and ensure high sense of modesty in Ramadan and beyond.
The National Coordinator ZAYMA Islamic Research Centre Ustaza Shifa’a Garba gave the admonition at a Women Ramadan lecture organized by Al-habibiyyah Islamic Society in Abuja.
Salat, is the daily ritual prayer enjoined upon all Muslims as one of the five Pillars of Islam.
Each Salat is preceded by ablution, and is categorized as Salat al-fajr (dawn) al-zuhr (mid day), al-asr (afternoon), al-magrib (sun set) and al-Isha (evening).
Individual performance of salat is permissible and can be offered in any clean space either at home or at work, while collective worship in the mosque has special merit.
According to Ustaza Shifa’a Garba completing the five daily prayers as taught by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is an obligation for all Muslims especially women who are home managers.
She noted that the status of Salat in Islam is such a key part of a Muslim’s life- so much so that one can never be separated from Salat.
Among the benefits of Salat Ustaza Shifa’a said, that it Prevent Indecency and Wickedness, erasing of sins as well as serves as a Solution to Any Problems.
“Salat Leads To Bountiful Rewards and salat is a Means To Attain Allah’s Love and Become Closer To Him.”
Also speaking, Mrs Maryam Mohammed commended Al-habibiyyah Islamic Society for giving priority to the issue of gender.
Some women interviewed said the lecture was timely.
Women from different places in Abuja attended the Ramadan lecture.
