Qasr Prayer

Types of Qasr Prayer

The practice of Qasr prayer can be categorized into two primary types: the obligatory Qasr and the voluntary Qasr. The obligatory Qasr occurs during mandatory prayers that are typically four units long. Upon meeting the specified travel criteria, an individual may perform these prayers in their shortened form, thereby fulfilling their religious obligation with an added layer of flexibility.

In contrast, the voluntary Qasr encompasses additional prayers—such as those performed on non-obligatory occasions—that can also be shortened during travel. However, while the primary focus remains on the obligatory prayers, engaging in voluntary Qasr necessitates a predefined intention to undertake the shorter format of supplication.