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title: "Fiqh of Salat Al-Istisqa: How and Its Rulings"
description: "Learn the Fiqh of Salat Al-Istisqa, how to perform it, and its legal rulings."
url: "https://iqraairtqi.com/en/blogs/fiqh-of-salat-al-istisqa-how-and-rulings"
date: "2026-08-19T07:01:58+00:00"
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# Fiqh of Salat Al-Istisqa: How and Its Rulings

- **Salat Al-Istisqa** is a prayer performed to ask for rain during droughts.
- It consists of two units of prayer performed in congregation, often in open spaces.
- Recommended practices include making supplications and approaching the prayer with humility and repentance.

What is Salat Al-Istisqa?
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Salat Al-Istisqa is a Sunnah prayer performed to beseech Allah for rain during times of drought or limited rainfall. It is an expression of humility and supplication to Allah.

### How to Perform Salat Al-Istisqa

The **Salat Al-Istisqa** consists of two units, prayed in congregation, either in mosques or open spaces. In the first unit, the imam gives seven additional takbirs after Takbiratul Ihram, and in the second unit, five additional takbirs after standing up.

Rulings on Salat Al-Istisqa
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- It is recommended to fast and repent before attending Salat Al-Istisqa.
- A sermon follows the prayer, with an emphasis on supplication and seeking forgiveness.
- Attendees are advised to approach the site with humility and an evident sense of need for Allah's mercy.

Frequently Asked Questions
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### When is Salat Al-Istisqa performed?

It is performed during times of drought to request rain.

### Is fasting necessary before Salat Al-Istisqa?

Fasting is not mandatory, but it is recommended to express humility and devotion to Allah.

To explore further about prayer practices, you may consider reading [Wudu Principles for Children](/blogs/أحكام-الوضوء-للأطفال-دليل-مبسط).

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