Riyadh : The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, has called for rain-seeking (Istisqa) prayers to be performed across Saudi Arabia on Thursday, November 12.

According to a statement from the Royal Court, the prayer follows the sunnah (tradition) of the Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him), seeking divine mercy and rain for the nation.

The statement urged citizens and residents to repent, seek forgiveness, perform charitable deeds, and turn to Allah in prayer.

How Istisqa prayer is performed

The Istisqa prayer consists of two rakats (units of prayer). It begins with seven takbirs (saying “Allahu Akbar”) in the first rakah and six takbirs in the second.

During the prayer, the imam typically recites Surah Al-A‘la (The Most High) in the first rakah and Surah Al-

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