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Benefits of Prayers
(S alaat ) Praye r is at once an e xt ernal and an i nternal pra ctic e :
a set o f ph ysic al ex ercise s, an d t he ric hest spir it ual no urish ment.
Th e pray er is do ne b y assumin g eigh t se pa rate po sit io ns
of t he bod y and recit ing va riou s Qur’ anic ve rse s wit h each posture.
Beneficial Effects : Knees forming a right angle allow stomach muscles to develop
and prevents growth of flabbiness in midsection. Increases flow of blood into upper
regions of body, especially the head
(including eyes, ears and nose) and
lungs ; allows mental toxins to be
cleansed by blood. Maintains proper
position of fetus in pregnant women.
Reduces high blood pressure. Increases
elasticity of joints. Annihilates egotism and
vanity. Increases patience and reliance
upon Allah Almighty. Increases spiritual
stations and produces high psychic energy throughout body. This posture of
supreme submission and humility is the essence of worship.
Posture 6 : Sitting : Reciting Allah Akbar, rise from posture 5 and assume the sitting
Posture.