A Note for the Ladies

If you’re a woman, you should know that Salah is not required during your menstrual cycle. Islam is a religion of ease, and God gives us a break during this time. When you are able to pray again (i.e. the end of your cycle) you should first make ghusul (wash completely/take a shower) and then return to your regular routine of praying on time.

And don’t forget to recite this du’aa (prayer) after you’ve taken your shower, and are in a physically pure state, and ready to pray again.

Allahumma ij’alni min at tawabeen wa ij’alni min-al mutatahireen.

Translation: Oh Allah, make me among those who are repentant and of those who purify themselves.