The Virtues and Importance of Jummah
All communities and societies have their days of importance. Some they treat as holidays, some as days of festivities, etc. Friday is one such day for Muslims. However, it is not like any other day. Instead of focusing on other superficial things, Muslims utilize Friday in a unique way. On this day of every week, we should focus on worshiping Allah and getting close to Allah.
The Prophet (PBUH) narrated a Hadith in this regard that we can find in Hadith collections such as Sahih Muslim. He stated that before him, Allah guided people away from Fridays. Hence, Saturday was for the Jews and Sunday for the Christians. Then, Allah guided Muslims to Fridays. The days would follow in their natural order on the Day of Resurrection, so Muslims would be first on that day.
More Hadith exist that show the virtues of Fridays, The Prophet (PBUH) reported that Friday is the best day because Allah created Adam (AS) on that day. He said that the trumpet would be blown on a Friday as well, then commanded us to send blessings upon him on that day. In another Hadith, the Prophet (PBUH) also clearly said that the best day on which the sun rises is Friday.
The Jummah prayer, which is one of the best prayers, is also to be offered on Fridays. Allah ordained that we offer this prayer in congregation, and doing so is highly rewarding. According to Abdullah ibn ‘Umar, the Prophet (PBUH) also said that the best prayer before Allah is to offer the Fajr prayer in congregation on Fridays.
What is the significance of the Jummah prayer?
The Qur’an invokes the importance of Friday as a sacred day of worship in a chapter called “Al-Jumah,” meaning the day of congregation, which is also the word for Friday in Arabic. It states, “O you who believe! When you are called to congregational (Friday) prayer, hasten to the remembrance of God and leave off-trade.
What Prophet Muhammad said about Friday?
Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
“The best day on which the sun has risen is Friday; on it, Adam was created and on it, he was made to enter Paradise.
Which Surah should be recited on Friday?
Therefore, mention in hadith elevates the importance of the pertinent surah from a certain perspective. In the Jummah (Friday prayer), he (Muhammad) would recite Surah Al-Jumua and Surah Al-Munafiqun (63)
How long is Friday Jummah prayer?
About 15 to 20 mins
Answering the question, takes about 15 to 20 mins, including the khutbah (Islamic speech) and the actual salaah (prayer). The imaam (the man who leads the prayer) will spend some time praying the Quran, which makes most of the praying time just listening to his voice. It can be quite calm and emotional though.
How many Rakats is Jummah prayer?
4 Rakat
Regarding Jumu’ah (Friday) Prayer,It consists of 4 Rakat Sunnah before the Arabic Khutbah and followed by 4 Rakat Sunnah after the 2 Fard Rakat and then 2 Rakat Sunnah and 2 Rakat Nafl.
Is Jummah prayer more important than daily prayers?
Therefore, making daily prayer (salah) is more important to Muslims. Also, daily prayer is one of the 5 Pillars of Islam. These must be followed by all Muslims. Therefore it is more important than Jummah.
How long does each prayer time last?
If Muslims offer only voluntary prayers, it takes only five minutes for each prayer. If you add some involuntary prayers, then it takes nearly ten to fifteen minutes for each prayer. Fajr: it is a morning prayer (first prayer) offered by Muslims to Allah. It is offered before sunrise at the beginning of the day.
Conclusion:
Ghusl on Friday a must, and the person who doesn’t perform Ghusl is a sinner, but his prayer is still correct. Furthermore, they both believed that Umar’s words, “Did you perform only the ablution although you know that Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) used to order us to take a bath (on Fridays)?” serve as a rejection to the Uthman ibn Affan(radi Allahu anhu) who came to Jumu’ah after only performing Wudu.
