What is the total number of Rakaats in the Farz (obligatory) prayers of Islam?

n Islam, the Farz (obligatory) prayers consist of five daily Salahs that every Muslim is required to perform. The total number of Rakaats (units of prayer) in these obligatory prayers is 17, distributed as follows:

1. 
   

   Fajr (Morning prayer) – 2 Rakaats Farz

   
   


2. 
   

   Dhuhr (Noon prayer) – 4 Rakaats Farz

   
   


3. 
   

   Asr (Afternoon prayer) – 4 Rakaats Farz

   
   


4. 
   

   Maghrib (Evening prayer) – 3 Rakaats Farz

   
   


5. 
   

   Isha (Night prayer) – 4 Rakaats Farz

   
   

Adding these together: 2 + 4 + 4 + 3 + 4 = 17 Rakaats.

These Farz prayers are the pillars of a Muslim’s daily worship and are compulsory for all adult Muslims. Performing them on time is essential, and missing them without a valid reason is considered sinful. Each Rakaat involves a sequence of movements and recitations, including Qiyam (standing), Ruku (bowing), Sujood (prostration), and Tashahhud (testimony of faith).