First Rukn of Prayer: Qiyaam

Q. What is meant by Qiyaam?

A. Qiyaam means standing up and standing so that the hands do not reach down to the knees.

Q. For which namaaz and for how long is the Qiyaam a fard?

A. In fard and waajib prayers, it is necessary to stand long enough to read the Qur’aanic verses required for the prayer.

Q. What if one has no strength to do Qiyaam?

A. One can say fard or waajib prayers sitting if there is a valid excuse, e.g., disease, injury, or fear of an enemy.

Q. What is the ruling for Qiyaam in nafl prayer?

A. Qiyaam is not fard in nafl prayers. One may say nafl while sitting even without an excuse, but will get only half the reward if done sitting without a valid reason.