Read the Namaz e Jafria Book Online

This free flipbook explains how to pray Namaz according to Fiqah e Jafria (the Shia school of Ahlulbayt a.s.). It is suitable for children who are starting to pray, new Muslims and adults who want to check their Namaz step by step.

What you learn from Namaz e Jafria

Wudu (ablution) and the conditions for a valid prayer
Niyyat, Takbiratul Ihram, Qiyam, Ruku, Sujood, Tashahhud and Salaam
The Arabic recitations of Namaz with their meaning
The number of rakats in the five daily prayers
Common mistakes and what to do if you are in doubt during prayer

How to use this book

Read one section at a time and practise it before moving on. Parents can read it together with their children and pray alongside them so they learn by example.

Al Mehdi Center teaches Namaz, Ahkaam and Wajibaat one-to-one with qualified Shia teachers. See our Fiqah e Jafria Namaz course or book 5 free trial classes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Namaz-e-Jafria?

Namaz-e-Jafria is the method of the daily prayers according to Fiqah e Jafria, the school of jurisprudence of the Shia Ithna Ashari, named after Imam Jafar as-Sadiq (a.s.).

How is Shia namaz different?

Common differences include praying with the arms at the sides, performing sajdah on natural earth such as a turbah, and reciting qunoot in the second rak’at.

Can children learn namaz online?

Yes. Our Fiqah e Jafria Namaz, Ahkaam and Wajibaat course teaches children and adults step by step in one-to-one online classes.

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How to use this Namaz book with your child

Start with Wudu. Practise the steps of Wudu together at the sink until your child can do them alone.
Learn one part of Namaz each week. Begin with Takbiratul Ihram and Surah al-Fatiha, then add Ruku, Sujood, Tashahhud and Salam.
Pray together. Children learn fastest by praying next to a parent, especially Maghrib and Isha.
Learn the meanings. Explain what each recitation means so Namaz becomes a conversation with Allah, not just words.

Common mistakes to watch for

Rushing Surah al-Fatiha and skipping letters
Not keeping the forehead on the turbah (sajdagah) during Sujood
Mixing up the number of rakats in Maghrib (3) and Isha (4)
Forgetting the Qunoot in the second rakat

For step-by-step guidance with a qualified teacher, see our Namaz, Ahkaam and Wajibaats course, taught one-to-one according to Fiqah e Jafria. For questions of detail, always follow the rulings of your Marja.