Principles of Islam
27. Mornings and Evenings
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27. MORNINGS AND EVENINGS
Islam is a complete programme for life covering the
individual’s entire existence. From morning till
evening not a single moment of the believer’s life
excludes the sphere of Islam. It is only after saying
his prayers that he goes to bed at night and when he
wakes up early in the morning, he first of all
purifies his body. After performing his ablutions he
says his
fajr
(dawn) prayer. This is the beginning of
the God-oriented life, which starts with purity and
worship. The ensuing hours between morning and
noon are meant for economic activities. However,
during this period too a believer remembers God
constantly. In all matters he adheres strictly to the
limits set by God, and in his dealings with people,
he is scrupulously honest; in any kind of interaction
with others he displays a truly Islamic character.
Then comes the time for the
zuhr
(noon) prayer,
which is observed in the afternoon. During the
prayer the believer renews his attachment to God as
a matter of worship. After purifying his body and
his spirit he is again ready to join in life’s struggle.
And conducting himself throughout as a man of
