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Let's dive into the timeless tradition of prayer rugs. More than art, they're symbols of devotion and cultural unity. Join the journey exploring their rich history and spiritual significance. 🙏🏽🕌

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Islamic Prayer Mats and Rugs - A Must-Have for Every Devout Muslim

Islamic prayer mat and rugs are an essential part of a Muslim's daily life. They are used for performing the obligatory prayers, which are mandatory for every Muslim. These mats and rugs are specifically designed for use during the five daily prayers, which are performed facing the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

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Why Do Muslims Pray on Rugs?

All over the world, Muslims pray on Islamic prayer rugs. However, why do they utilize these particular rugs for prayer? Let’s examine the significance of prayer rugs in Islam and the logic behind this practice.

Establishing a Clear Space

Making a pure and clutter-free place for prayer is one of the major reasons for Muslim prayer rugs. Islam considers hygiene during prayer. Muslims protect themselves from dust and grime on the ground by using a prayer rug. It guarantees that the area is clean to kneel and bow.

Marking a Dedicated Prayer Area

Prayer carpets assist in creating a particular space for prayer. The reason is that Muslims stand, bow, and kneel throughout their prayers. Muslims carry out these motions more easily and accurately because the rug creates a distinct, defined area.

Improving Attention and Concentration

Muslims find that praying while seated on a rug improves their concentration and attention. Prayer carpets provide a calm, distraction-free atmosphere with their simple patterns. This makes it easier for Muslims to focus on their relationship with God and the deeper spiritual significance of their prayers.

Following the Tradition of the Prophet Muhammad

Using prayer carpets is another way that the Prophet Muhammad’s legacy is carried forth. He frequently prayed on a clean piece of fabric or a mat, even though he did not use a prayer rug in the modern sense. Muslims respect the customs and teachings of the Prophet by keeping this tradition and utilizing prayer carpets.

Signifying Honor and Deference

A way to honor and appreciate the act of prayer is to pray on a rug. The rug functions as a unique space dedicated to prayer. Muslims can approach their prayers with the appropriate attitude of humility and devotion due to this symbolism.

Providing Comfort

The purpose of prayer rugs is to offer comfort during times of prayer. Muslims offer prayers several times a day, therefore it’s important to have a soft, cozy place to kneel and bow. The rug’s fabric and comfort ease the bodily movements involved in prayer.

Mobility to Offer Up Prayers Anywhere

Because prayer rugs are lightweight and convenient to transport, Muslims can pray anywhere. With a prayer rug, they may always make a tidy and polite environment for prayer, whether they’re at home, at the mosque, or on the go. No matter where they are, Muslims may complete their regular prayers because of their mobility.

Personal and Cultural Significance

Prayer rugs are significant both culturally and personally. Their simple designs represent the cultural legacy of the Muslim community. Prayer rugs have a specific value and a connection to family and tradition and are carried out over generations.

Conclusion

In Islam, using a prayer mat is a fundamental custom that has several uses. It carries forth the customs of the Prophet Muhammad. It offers a clean, dedicated room for prayer, and improves comfort and focus. Prayer rugs enable Muslims to establish a private, serene space for worship wherever they are and serve as a mark of respect for the sacred act of prayer.

We understand that Muslims pray on rugs. We also appreciate the importance of their daily prayer in their daily lives and spiritual journey. For this Akimusalat offers a simple and comfortable Islamic Prayer Rug for everyone.

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EXPLORE THE BEST PRAYER MATS IN THE UAE

Are you looking to transform your prayer experience to a new level of comfort and luxury? Look no further than the most luxurious and comfortable Prayer Mats by Zynah Rugs. Prayer Mats, also known as Prayer Rugs or Sajjadah, serve as a peaceful place for Muslims to perform their daily prayers.

IMPORTANCE OF A PRAYER MAT

Prayer is an essential part of Islamic practices, and having the right prayer mat can greatly build one's spiritual experience. In Islam prayer is essential because it is a direct line of communication between the believer and Allah. Although one can pray anywhere, doing so on a prayer mat adds an air of respect and devotion to the ritual. It offers a clean, dedicated area free from distractions for prayer. The whole experience of praying can be modified by the quality of the prayer mat. A well-made mat made with high-quality materials can promote relaxation and peace of mind, which can lead to a stronger spiritual connection. 

SELECTING THE RIGHT PRAYER MAT

Selecting the right prayer mat is essential for a comfortable and peaceful prayer experience. It not only reflects personal preference but also honors faith and cultural traditions. There are some factors to consider while choosing the right prayer mat are :- 

MATERIAL QUALITY - 

If you are purchasing a Prayer mat then you must opt for prayer mats crafted from high-quality materials like pure Silk, Wool, and Viscose. These materials ensure longevity, comfort, softness, and resistance to wear and tear.  

DESIGN -

Choose a design that denotes your tradition and prioritize your comfort. Every prayer mat design at Zynah Rugs is handcrafted with care to reflect both the luxury and tradition of UAE, Zynah believes in creating a luxurious and peaceful aura while you kneel on the prayer mat. 

TRADITIONAL PRAYER MATS IN UAE

In UAE tradition holds a special place in the hearts of believers. Traditional prayer mats are very valuable to believers in the United Arab Emirates. Zynah Rugs, a brand dedicated to maintaining this tradition, creates stunning handmade mats that pay respect to the UAE's tradition and spirituality. Prayer mats at Zynah Rugs are designed with stunning patterns, where each thread has its own story woven together to create a luxurious handmade Islamic Prayer Mat.

CONCLUSION

At Zynah Rugs, each mat has its own unique story. We ensure that our mats provide a comforting, peaceful aura while praying. We serve the best luxurious prayer mats in UAE with a wide range of finest materials like pure Silk, Viscose, and Wool. Zynah Rugs understands the importance of tradition and comfort, that’s why mats at Zynah are handmade and they are not only traditionally designed but also crafted with the highest quality materials. By choosing a Zynah Rug, you're not just investing in a prayer mat, you're investing in a piece of tradition, luxury, and spirituality. Experience the difference with Zynah Rugs – where every prayer is woven with love and care.

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EXPLORE THE BEST PRAYER MATS IN THE UAE

Are you looking to transform your prayer experience to a new level of comfort and luxury? Look no further than the most luxurious and comfortable Prayer Mats by Zynah Rugs. Prayer Mats, also known as Prayer Rugs or Sajjadah, serve as a peaceful place for Muslims to perform their daily prayers.

IMPORTANCE OF A PRAYER MAT

Prayer is an essential part of Islamic practices, and having the right prayer mat can greatly build one's spiritual experience. In Islam prayer is essential because it is a direct line of communication between the believer and Allah. Although one can pray anywhere, doing so on a prayer mat adds an air of respect and devotion to the ritual. It offers a clean, dedicated area free from distractions for prayer. The whole experience of praying can be modified by the quality of the prayer mat. A well-made mat made with high-quality materials can promote relaxation and peace of mind, which can lead to a stronger spiritual connection. 

SELECTING THE RIGHT PRAYER MAT

Selecting the right prayer mat is essential for a comfortable and peaceful prayer experience. It not only reflects personal preference but also honors faith and cultural traditions. There are some factors to consider while choosing the right prayer mat are :- 

MATERIAL QUALITY - 

If you are purchasing a Prayer mat then you must opt for prayer mats crafted from high-quality materials like pure Silk, Wool, and Viscose. These materials ensure longevity, comfort, softness, and resistance to wear and tear.  

DESIGN -

Choose a design that denotes your tradition and prioritize your comfort. Every prayer mat design at Zynah Rugs is handcrafted with care to reflect both the luxury and tradition of UAE, Zynah believes in creating a luxurious and peaceful aura while you kneel on the prayer mat. 

TRADITIONAL PRAYER MATS IN UAE

In UAE tradition holds a special place in the hearts of believers. Traditional prayer mats are very valuable to believers in the United Arab Emirates. Zynah Rugs, a brand dedicated to maintaining this tradition, creates stunning handmade mats that pay respect to the UAE's tradition and spirituality. Prayer mats at Zynah Rugs are designed with stunning patterns, where each thread has its own story woven together to create a luxurious handmade Islamic Prayer Mat.

CONCLUSION

At Zynah Rugs, each mat has its own unique story. We ensure that our mats provide a comforting, peaceful aura while praying. We serve the best luxurious prayer mats in UAE with a wide range of finest materials like pure Silk, Viscose, and Wool. Zynah Rugs understands the importance of tradition and comfort, that’s why mats at Zynah are handmade and they are not only traditionally designed but also crafted with the highest quality materials. By choosing a Zynah Rug, you're not just investing in a prayer mat, you're investing in a piece of tradition, luxury, and spirituality. Experience the difference with Zynah Rugs – where every prayer is woven with love and care.

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Comfortable Prayer Mats In Dubai

Prayer mats are essential for Muslims living in the UAE. As the best quality prayer mats are important for daily prayer and worship. Check out the list of the best prayer rugs in Dubai that are luxurious and available at an affordable price range.

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Orientalist Paintings

Jean-Léon Gérôme - The Carpet Merchant 

Jean Leon Gerome - Pelt Merchant of Cairo

Frederick Arthur Bridgman - An Afternoon in Algiers

Osman Hamdi Bey - Islam Priest Reading Qura'an

John Frederick Lewis - The Midday Meal, Cairo

Ludwig Deutsch - The Tribute

Frederick Arthur Bridgman - The Messenger, 1879

Jean-Léon Gérôme - The Harem in the Kiosk, 1870

Frederick Arthur Bridgman - In The Souk, Tunis (1874)

Jean-Léon Gérôme - Prayer in the Mosque

John Frederick Lewis - The Kibab Shop

(The Reception) by John Frederick Lewis

Frederick Arthur Bridgman - Return from the Festival, Algiers

Gustav Bauernfeind - Forecourt of the Ummayad Mosque

Ludwig Deutsch - At Prayer (1923)

Frederick Arthur Bridgman - Young Woman On A Terrace

John Frederick Lewis - The Harem 1841

Ludwig Deutsch - The Qanun Player

Rudolf Ernst - The Carpet Seller

Martinus Rørbye - outside the Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque

Léon-Auguste-Adolphe Belly - Pilgrims going to Mecca

Amedeo Simonetti - The Rug Merchant

Eugène Fromentin - Windstorm

Jean Leon Gerome - The Whirling Dervish

Giulio Rosati - The Dance

Jean Discart - The Pottery Studio Tangiers

Osman Hamdi Bey - Young Woman Reading

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The Importance of Choosing the Right Muslim Prayer Mat for Your Spiritual Connection

Muslim prayer rug are essential items for Muslims all over the world. They provide a clean and comfortable surface for Muslims to perform their daily prayers. While the use of prayer mats or rugs is not mandatory in Islam, they are highly recommended to maintain cleanliness and focus during prayers. In this article, we will discuss the importance of choosing the right Muslim prayer mat for your spiritual connection.

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How different cultures in ASOIAF view cats pt. 1

In our world, culture and religion shape how we view animals, and for this post, specifically cats. An example of how cats a view differently in cultures can be seen in Islamic cultures and Romani Cultures. Because cats clean themselves often, they are viewed as clean by Muslims and can be kept with the family. But for Romani, because of the Marime which states that the genital region is a source of impurity, a cat licking its own lower regions this becomes unclean. Roma still keep pets but they generally don’t let them sleep in their bed or lick them. This is all contrasted by American culture where a pet is viewed as a member of the family and will be referred to as the baby or child of their owners and is allowed to sleep in bed with them.

It’s so interesting and I want to expand this to how Westerosi people see cats and what types of cats they keep.

Dorne

Dorne takes a lot of inspiration from the Arabic would and I think it only makes sense for them to have a similar view of cats.

Cats keeping themselves clean makes them the perfect pets for humans. Cats are also known to pray to the seven if given a seat in a sept (cats love prayer rugs and it’s really cute). Both religious and hygienic, cats are viewed as more sophisticated than other animals and thus are kept closer by their families.

The salty Dornish are best known for their love of cats with many ancient breeds residing in their homes. The green orphans will sail with a cat or two and give them a fish from the days haul. Cats are also seen as omens of good fortune and many shops have a resident cat. Septa also keep cats control pests and because they will sleep at the feet of the seven when their statue is warm. The Turkish Van and Turkish Angora are both old and rare breeds of cats that would flourish in Dorne.

The Sandy Dornish also enjoy cats. Because cats naturally retain more water than dogs, they are fitted to live in the desert. These cats are some of the more wild ones as it’s common for the domestic cat to mix is wild cats. During harsh sandstorms, the Dornish will wrap the cats up in a blanket to protect them from the elements. Cats are known to love this and scene request it when their is no sand storm. The Savannah cat is a cross between wild Serval and a domestic short hair cat.

The stony Dornish are less attached to cats than the Sandy or salty Dornish. Every house hold does have a cat and it’s common for cats to sleep in the room of their favorite person, but the stony Dornish believe that cats have some impurity to them because they lick their own genitals. Families will often perform a cleaning ritual on their cats by wiping them down with a wet cloth to cleanse them of impurity. Cats in stony Dorne are slender and very angular, making them great at slipping through stony hills and along steep walls. The Cornish Rex and Devon Rex are popular cat breeds.

The Iron Islands

Cats were a big part of Scandinavian culture. The goddess Freya had her chariot pulled by Norwegian Forest cats (also called fairy cats) and it was custom for a groom to give his bride a kitten as a wedding gift. For Vikings specifically, cats were kept to control the pests on ship.

Because the Iron Islands is more based on mythical Viking culture than historical Scandinavian culture, we can have some fun with the cats.

Ships are a big part of the iron islands culture, so each ship should have a cat or two. Perhaps to “bless” a ship before it sets off, a kitten is brought into the ship and makes it their own. I also see the Ironman have a very communal ownership of the cats. Fisherman will give the cats some of their catch as part of a good luck ceremony and people will set up small cat houses for them. They could also view a cat staying with you as a sign of good luck. But because of Thai communal ownership, it would probably be taboo to try and keep a cat to yourself. The iron islanders see a cat as not belonging to a person but to a ship or island.

Types of cats I think the iron islanders would have. Because they’re kind of weird, I think some weird breeds would fit. The Selkirk Rex is known for playing in water, being loyal to their human, and also have some curly fur!

The Andal Kingdoms

The Andals had a similar relationship to cats that Europeans had before the Black Death. For the Andals, cats were viewed as mainly pest control for their farms and cities. People rarely tries to socialize kittens when born which led to people believing cats were naturally aggressive.

It wasn’t until Maesters discovered that cats help prevent the spread of disease by killing rats that cats became a more popular household animal.

The reach was the first kingdom to become very found of the cat. They were perfect help for their farms and perfect pest control for old town. Old Town holds a celebration of cats each year to thank them for preventing extreme disease outbreaks from happening in the city. The Redwyne family is famous for breeding Persians cats that resemble the pugs they breed with short faces. Rich families have a few Persian cats that they dress up as little lords and ladies as an extra show of wealth.

In the storm lands and riverlands, cats are seen as antithetical to the land. The kingdom’s natural wetness drives cats away. Fisherman are often at odds with local cat populations as they fight over fish. Despite the general population’s disinterest in cats, they are a common staple at inns and bars as they keep rats away from the straw and wheat. Patrons consider seeing a cat with folded ears as a lucky charm that their stay at the inn will be a pleasant one.

I reached the max amount of photos for this post so we will continue with westerlands, the vale, north, beyond the wall, and valyrians!

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#Islamic short short 16

With hands settled on his chest, Ali began his prayer. The familiar verses of Surah Al-Fatihah flowed from his tongue, calming his mind and centering him. As he transitioned to the next surah,he recited  Surah Al-Munafiqun.

Suddenly, a playful giggle cut through the quiet. On the edge of his prayer rug, his one-year-old, his pride and joy, was attempting to stand for the first time. The urge to witness this incredible moment was powerful.

But then, the words he recited resonated in his ears. 

"O believers! Do not let your wealth or your children divert you from the remembrance of Allah. For whoever does so, it is they who are the [true] losers." (Surah Al-Munafiqun, verse 9)

A pang of guilt washed over him. As much as he wanted to see his child's achievement, the Quran's message struck a chord. He didn't want to be counted among the losers. With a determined sigh, Nouman gently refocused on his prayer, the powerful verses guiding him back to his connection with الله عز وجل (Allah ʿAzza wa Jal)

Every sound from his child tested his concentration. Yet, with each passing moment, his resolve grew stronger. He knew he could celebrate this precious milestone later. Right now, honoring his prayer held the greater significance.

Note:

{This story is a fictionalized account of a real-life experience shared by Nouman Ali Khan in a public lecture.}