Rakat 3: Extra takbeer before Qunut

Extra takbeer before Qunut

Remain standing. Raise your hands and say Allahu Akbar, then fold your hands again.

Position

Raise the hands as at the opening takbeer. Fold them again before reciting Qunut.

FeetStand straight, a little apart, facing the qiblah.
HandsRaise to the ears with palms forward.
EyesLook at the place where your forehead will go in sujood.
HeartMake your intention for the prayer.

Extra takbeer

Before Qunut

ٱللَّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ

Allahu Akbar

Allah is the Greatest.

Say it once, then fold your hands and recite Qunut.

Child-friendly meaning

I pause to ask Allah for help and guidance.