Fajr Fajr

Fajr - Definition and Overview
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In Islam the Fajr is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise, it is mentioned by name in Qur'an 24:58.

See Also

Salat (Prayer)
  • Fajr (Dawn prayer)
  • Dhuhr (Mid-day prayer)
  • Asr (Afternoon prayer)
  • Maghrib (Sunset prayer)
  • Isha'a (Night prayer)

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