During which historic event was the obligatoriness of the five daily prayers (Salah) ordained directly to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
AFirst Revelation at Cave Hira
BIsra and Mi'raj (Night Journey and Ascension)
CMigration to Madinah (Hijrah)
DFarewell Pilgrimage (Hajjat-ul-Wada)
Explanation
The five daily prayers (Salah) were enjoined upon Muslims during Isra and Mi’raj (the miraculous Night Journey and Ascension to the Heavens) in 10 BH (approx. 621 AD). Unlike other obligations revealed through Angel Jibreel (AS), Salah was prescribed directly by Allah Almighty to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) above the seven heavens.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Seerah of Prophet (PBUH)
- Subtopic: Isra and Mi'raj
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