IMPORTANCE OF SALAH:

🌇 Importance of Aṣr Prayer (العصر)
🕰️ 1. Sworn by in the Qur'an "By time (al-ʿAṣr). Verily, man is in loss, except those who believe and do righteous deeds..." — Surah Al-ʿAṣr (103:1–3)
This highlights the preciousness of time, especially as the day fades. Praying ʿAṣr aligns you with the divine order and purpose.
⚖️ 2. Test of Priorities ʿAṣr often falls during busy hours. Keeping it shows true devotion and priority for Allah over worldly matters.
💔 3. Severe Warning for Missing It "Whoever misses the ʿAṣr prayer, it is as if he lost his family and wealth." — Sahih Bukhari (553)
🛡️ 4. It Protects Your Other Prayers Scholars say that guarding ʿAṣr is a sign of guarding all other prayers, especially in difficult or distracting times.

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