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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books Summary of the Rulings (Ahkam) of Salat al-Jama’at Summary of the Rulings (Ahkam) of Salat al-Jama’at This booklet is a simple guide for those who wish to have an elementary knowledge concerning the rules of Salat al-Jama'at. The rulings compiled herein are by no means exhaustive, however, they are enough to enable a person to join and complete his or her prayers correctly.

The rulings are in accordance with the "Islamic Laws" according to the rulings of Ayatullah al-Uzma al-Haj as-Sayyid 'Ali al-Husaini as-Seestani, may Allah protect him. We pray that this short work helps the believers in their attempts to understand and participate in the Salat al-Jama'at, and that they are able to benefit from the knowledge contained in this booklet.

We would also like to extend our thanks to the donors who made it possible to have this booklet printed - may Allah (SWT) reward them amply for their contribution to this noble project. Islamic Humanitarian Service 2000 I 1421 A.H.

********************************* بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم الحمد لله الذي لا يبلغ مدحته القائلون ولا يحصى نعمائه العادون ولا يؤدي حقه المجتهدون الذي ليس لصفثه حد محدود ولا نعت موجود والصلاة والسلام على مولانا ومقتدانا أبي القاسم محمد وعلى أهل بيتيه الطيبين الطاهرين لا سيما بقية الله في الأرضين ولعنة الله أعدائهم أجمعين إلى قيام يوم القيامة The Meaning of Salat al-Jama'at Salat al-Jama'at means praying in congregation, with one person leading.

The person who leads is called the Imam, while those who follow him are called the Ma'mum or Ma'mumin (plural). As for the daily prayers, the minimum amount of people needed is two – one Imam and one Ma'mum. For the Salat al- Jumu'ah (Friday) there must be a minimum of five people, including the Imam.

There is no Salat al-Jama'at for the Mustahab salat with the exception of salat al- Istisqa', or the invocation for rain; and for the salat of 'Eid, which are offered on the day of ' Eid al-Fi!r and 'Eid al-Qurban, which are mustahab during the time of occultation of the 12th Imam (may our souls be sacrificed for him). The Importance of Salat The salat is the most important act of worship in Islam, and if it is accepted by Allah (SWT), then all other acts of worship are accepted as well.

However, if the salat is not accepted, then all other actions also will not be accepted.