Formal prayer (salâh) is the second pillar of Islam, and the most important of a Muslim’s acts of worship. Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
"The first of one’s actions for which a slave of Allah will be held accountable on the Day of Judgement will be one’s prayers. If they are correct and accounted for, then he (or she) will have succeeded (gained paradise); and if they are lacking, then he (or she) will have failed (lost paradise). If there is something defective in his (or her) obligatory prayers, the Lord will say: See if My slave has any supererogatory prayers with which the defective part of his (or her) obligatory prayers may be completed. Then the rest of his (or her) deeds will be judged in like manner." (at-Tirmidhi and others)
Shaykh Mashhur Hasan Salman has compiled a list of the most common errors that we make when we pray, discussing and explaining each one. Common Mistakes Regarding Prayer is a valuable aid to Muslims hoping to perfect their prayers, so that their prayers may be free of defects and acceptable to Allah. This new and revised edition of the English translation of his work presents the text in a fluent, highly readable format.

The Muslim Prayer Encyclopedia presents a comprehensive overview of teachings about prayer, and the particular practice and recommendations of the Blessed Messenger of Allah, as recorded in the authentic hadith collections of Al-Bukhari, Muslim and Abu Dawood. This indispensable guide to the content and practice of Muslim prayer is based on a comprehensive study of all authentic hadith. As it is beyond the scope of the average Muslim to buy and own the full text of these hadith, this book will provide a useful tool for the Muslim student eager to understand Islamic prayer in its spirit and practice.

The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) was reported to have said:
"Whoever performed a good sunnah in Islam will have the reward of it and the reward of those who perform it after him." (Narrated by Imam Muslim). The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) also said: "Pray as you have seen me praying." (Narrated by Bukhari and Ahmad).
It is with such hadiths in mind that Sameh Strauch, the author, has attempted to bring to the attention of English-speaking Muslims some of the sunan (plural of sunnah), or highly recommended acts, relating to prayer which, regrettably, are rarely performed nowadays, in the hope that it will inspire the readers to revive them in their own practice of Islam and in the practice of their communities.

This is a book for every Muslim - it clarifies the true meaning of Prayer and its great significance. We increasingly find that for too many people Prayer has become a set of ritual actions to be performed mechanically without any meaning. The author emphasizes the spiritual dimensions of Prayer: he discusses the state of heart that one should be in when one stands to offer the Prayer; things that will help one to develop such a state of mind; and the effect that Prayer should have on one’s life. The book is filled with examples of the Prophet (s) and the Companions regarding their way of performing the Prayer and their attitude towards it.

Reviews:
“Indeed the well being of the soul begins with rectification of one's belief (aqeedah) and one's Prayer, and I do not think that I am exaggerating when I say that correct Prayer done with full attentiveness and humility is one of the most important means for the success and victory of this Ummah. So let us reflect upon our Prayer and compare it with the Prayer of the Prophet (s) and his Companions, radiyallaahu 'anhum, since that is the way to change the souls and turn them to that which is loftier. That is the way to success, well being and salvation in this life and the Hereafter."

Whether you are new to Islam and have started learning how to pray or simply wish to improve your pronunciation and understanding, this book is for you. For beginners, this book will teach you the key aspects of the Muslim everyday prayer (Salah). Step-by-step and in-easy-to-understand language, you will be taught the Arabic words and actions of the Salah together with their meanings. You will also learn how to perform Wudhu' (ablution in preparation for prayer), the Adhan (call to prayer), and everyday expressions and greetings used by Muslims.
The 75-page book is written by Batool Al-Toma of The New Muslim Project located at The Islamic Foundation and is based on her extensive experience with new Muslims. Its content has been checked and approved by Sheikh Abdullah Al-Judai. The book offers detailed explanations and large photos showing prayer postures.

This CD will assist towards understanding the meaning of Prayer, its form and significance as well as learning how to perform it.

Arabic read by Abdur Rahim Scott, Saukani Amron, Isma'il Hewitt and Abdul Jabbar Al-Toma. English by Ibrahim Hewitt and Batool Al-Toma.

In its concern to address the social and educational needs of those new to Islam, the New Muslims Project has grown to provide range of services specific to their requirements. Through "Meeting Point", the newsletter of the New Muslims Project, regular contact is maintained with over 3000 converts, as well as those interested in Islam, throughout the UK. Qur’anic Arabic courses are offered at various levels to encourage greater understanding of the Qur'an and Islam. Pilgrimage, both Umrah and Hajj, have been organized for their historical and spiritual impact. As well as fulfilling a recognized role in advice and counseling the latest addition to the New Muslims Project's expanding services are its website and the Simple Guide to Prayer for Beginners.