Muslims all over the world pray five times a day. The manner in which they pray, however, differs depending on their sect. Sunni Muslims perform their prayers in the way taught by Muhammad, while Shia Muslims follow the teachings of Ali. This article seeks to explore the difference between Shia and Sunni Namaz.
What is Shia Namaz?
Shia Namaz is a unique form of Islamic prayer that is practiced by Shia Muslims. Unlike Sunni Muslims, who pray to face the Kaaba in Mecca, Shia Muslims pray to face the city of Medina. Shia Namaz also differs from Sunni Namaz in its use of specific Shia prayers and readings. In addition, Shia Namaz generally includes a greater number of prostrations than Sunni Namaz.
Shia Muslims believe that the practice of Shia Namaz has been passed down from the prophet Muhammad and that it is the only true form of Islamic prayer. As a result, Shia Muslims often view Sunni Muslims as having “innovated” their methods of prayer.
What is Sunni Namaz?
Sunni Namaz is the name given to the prayer ritual performed by Sunni Muslims. The word “Namaz” comes from the Arabic root word “n-m-z”, which means “to bow or prostrate oneself”. Sunni Namaz includes a number of required elements, such as the recitation of certain verses from the Quran, the performance of certain physical movements (such as bowing and prostrating), and the observance of certain rules regarding dress and hygiene.
Sunni Muslims typically perform Sunni Namaz five times per day – at dawn, noon, afternoon, sunset, and nightfall. The Sunni Namaz is an important part of Sunni Muslim life and helps to strengthen one’s connection to God.
Difference between Shia and Sunni Namaz
Shia and Sunni Namaz differ in a few key ways. Shia Namaz includes additional recitations, such as the Mourning of Muharram and the Salawat. In addition, Shia Muslims perform ablutions with running water, while Sunni Muslims use still water. Shia Muslims also face Mecca when they pray, while Sunni Muslims face the Ka’aba. Finally, Shia Muslims engage in sujud, or prostration, during Namaz, while Sunni Muslims do not.
While these practices may seem minor, they represent significant theological differences between Shia and Sunni Islam. However, both Shia and Sunni Muslims believe that Namaz is a vital part of their spiritual practice. By engaging in this ritual prayer, they hope to draw closer to God and gain His blessings.
Conclusion
Sunni and Shia Muslims offer their prayers in different ways. The main difference is that Shia Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Hussein, whereas Sunni Muslims do not. There are other differences in the way they perform ablutions and say certain prayers. However, both sects of Islam hold the same beliefs about God and the Quran.
