Transform Your Home, Transform Your Prayer

Transform Your Home, Transform Your Prayer

Salah, the second pillar of Islam, is an invaluable gift from Allah (SWT) to His servants. As a cornerstone of a Muslim’s faith, Salah undeniably offers a multitude of benefits encompassing physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. To fully embrace this sacred act, creating a dedicated prayer space within our homes becomes essential. It is within this sacred space that we have an opportunity to truly connect with our Creator, finding solace, peace, and spiritual rejuvenation.

Homes, so much more than just a lifeless structure of concrete and paint. Homes are the most accurate representation of any being, a reflection of their personality, their day-to-day lives, their habits, etc. The quickest way to truly understand somebody. 

The layout of our homes perfectly accommodates all the necessities for survival; designated spaces for cooking, eating, socializing, sleeping, and so on. When considering the most important religious activity why not create a designated space for it? Allah (SWT), the most merciful, has graciously permitted us to offer prayer in any place suitable for whatever circumstance we may have found ourselves in. But what about the times when all we need to sit back and reconnect with Allah (SWT)? The times when we need to switch off our busy routines and take a breather? As prayer demands concentration and privacy, a designated prayer space in our homes would provide just that! The perfect place that supplies solitude allowing you to retreat to Allah(SWT). 

You can delve deeper into the profound spiritual and physical advantages of prayer by exploring our blog, "Prayer: The Ultimate Mind-Body Workout". Beyond personal enrichment, establishing a dedicated prayer space within our homes cultivates a great influence on anybody of an impressionable age. Children are great visual learners and the easiest way to teach them something is to lead by example. It embeds the importance of making time and space for prayer in their lives. By creating a sacred space within our homes, we not only nurture our spiritual growth but also inspire a lasting sense of faith in the hearts of future generations.

We are firm believers in having a designated space for prayer. Let’s change up the setting of our homes to host a wholesome and peaceful prayer space. Here are some crucial attributes to keep in mind when making your own prayer corner:

1) Choosing the right location: 

Selecting a corner within your home that is quiet, clean, and private is already a given but do prioritize it, as a noisy area with people chatting or the sound of the television are major forms of distraction. Any unwanted noise or interruption will be a real hindrance to your quiet time and the ability to connect in prayer. 

2) Incorporating Nature:

It is important to include elements of nature in such a space. The Holy Quran time and time again emphasizes the beauty of nature and Allah's (SWT) creations:

“And the Earth, We spread it out, and cast therein firmly set mountains and We have made to grow therein of all beautiful kinds; to give sight and as a reminder to every servant who turns to Allah.” [50:7-8]

This verse proves how the sight of each creation of Allah provides us a chance to reflect upon the numerous blessings we have been bestowed with. Additionally, incorporating hints of natural elements such as a small plant or a scenic painting can facilitate a sense of calmness and uplifting atmosphere, overall enhancing your focus during prayer. 

3) Religious Artifacts:

DEENIN would like to offer the Ebadat Prayer Rug with Backrest, Specifically designed to provide back support to people looking to sit back and immerse themselves in connecting with their Lord. Provided in 3 vibrant colors, the Ebadat Prayer Rug with Backrest is made with extra foam padding to ensure maximum comfort during your prayers. To top it all off, its foldable and compact feature allows its storage process to be completely hassle-free making it a great addition to your homes. Quickly get your prayer rug to pull together your dream prayer space.

4) Lighting: 

Another key element in setting the mood for prayer is lighting. There is great significance of light in Islam. And using it effectively in your prayer corner can elevate your sense of closeness to Allah (SWT). Thus it is ideal to include natural light, but if that's not available, consider utilizing soft, warm lighting from lamps or candles. 

5) Color and Design: 

While on the topic of aesthetics, let’s discuss the role colors play in designing a space. In Islamic Architecture, colors hold significant spiritual symbolism, reflecting the values and beliefs of the Islamic faith. Four core colors, Green, Blue, Gold, and White, are each used to convey various cultural, religious, and symbolic meanings. Similarly, utilizing soft hues of blues, greens, or earth tones creates a cohesive and visually appealing space. 

6) Personal Mementos: 

A memento is a physical object of any kind that holds personal significance for the owner. For example: a Quran passed down in the family or a prayer mat with sentimental value. including these sentimental elements in the space can easily add a hint of personalization and uniqueness to the space.

As a way of extending your spiritual growth and convincing your loved one to follow along. The perfect way to help kick start their renovation process would be by gifting them the Ebadat Gift Prayer Mat with Matching Prayer Beads. Add an elegant flare to the space with the beautifully designed silk prayer mats, offered in 4 stylish colors; blue, gold, black, and pink, the Ebadat Gift Prayer Mat is the perfect appreciative gesture for a loved one or the prime opportunity to be added to anybody’s good books.