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title: "How to Perform Tahajjud Prayer and Its Significance in Islam"
description: "Learn how to perform the Tahajjud prayer and its significance in strengthening your relationship with Allah in Islam."
url: "https://iqraairtqi.com/en/blogs/how-perform-tahajjud-prayer-significance-islam"
date: "2026-08-11T15:31:35+00:00"
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# How to Perform Tahajjud Prayer and Its Significance in Islam

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- Tahajjud is a significant night prayer in Islam.
- Performed after Isha and before Fajr.
- Enhances the Muslim's relationship with Allah.

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What is Tahajjud Prayer?
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**Tahajjud prayer** is performed after awaking from sleep and is part of the night prayer that is dear to Allah. Allah says in the Quran: *"And during the night, wake up for prayer as additional worship for you; it is expected that your Lord will resurrect you to a praised station."* \[Al-Isra: 79\].

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Tahajjud begins after Isha and before Fajr, preferably after some sleep. It is performed in two-unit cycles (rak'ahs), and one can pray as many rak'ahs as desired. The prayer is concluded with the Tasleem after every two rak'ahs.

### The Virtue and Significance of Tahajjud

Tahajjud prayer provides peace and comfort, increases good deeds, and draws the believer closer to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) recommended it, saying: *"The best prayer after the obligatory ones is the night prayer."* \[Muslim\].

<div>**Frequently Asked Questions**</div>#### What is the best time to perform Tahajjud?

The best time for Tahajjud is the last third of the night.

#### Can Tahajjud be prayed in congregation?

It is generally performed individually, but can be in congregation on special occasions.

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