Inner Dimensions of the Prayer by Imam Ibn Qayyim al Jawziyyah

Today’s pace of life has created an imbalance in many people’s priorities, especially in diminishing spiritual fulfillment. Seldom do we find contentment or a sense of purpose in our daily routine; Masjid’s are running on the hollowness of its congregations, homes have become dry of personal uplift – this is due to a distinct lack of understanding of what our prayer means and what it demands of us.

Prayer is a fundamental act of worship every Muslim strives to prefect, and it is the first thing about which Allah will question mankind on the Day of Judgment. It is the domain of tranquility for the devote and the coolness of their eyes. It is the garden of the worshipers, and the test of the sincere ones. It is truly a divine Mercy that Allah has gifted His believing servants with, honored and dignified them to seek His nearness through it.