Salah, meaning ‘prayer’ or ‘supplication’, is also known as Namaz among non-Arab Muslims. Salah is one of the five pillars of Islam, which form the core beliefs and practices of the religion.

Salah close SalahThe five daily prayers which are the second Pillar of Islam. refers to five prayers that Muslims perform every day. Each of the five prayers is performed at a specific time of day ...

is the word used to refer to personal prayer that is done in addition to Salah. This may take the form of quietly talking to God in one’s head, reciting set prayers or asking Allah for help.