Stop Saying Your NIYYAH (Intention) for Salaah (Namaz) Aloud | Clip | Abu Mussab Wajdi Akkari

1,515 views·Jun 18, 2026

Is it necessary to say your intention (Niyyah) out loud before starting Salaah? In this clip, Abu Mussab Wajdi Akkari addresses a common practice and clarifies the correct way to establish your intention for prayer according to the Sunnah and the views of the great Imams, including Imam ash-Shafi'i. What you’ll learn: The true place of the Niyyah in worship. Common misunderstandings regarding verbalizing the intention. Why "vocalizing" the intention can lead to confusion and distraction. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:29 - Examples of verbalizing intention 1:24 - Clarifying Imam ash-Shafi'i's position 1:44 - The correct way to start your Salaah If you found this video helpful, please like, share, and subscribe to OneWayToParadise for more authentic Islaamic reminders and guidance. #Salaah #Niyyah #IslamicReminders #Sunnah #AbuMussabWajdiAkkari #OneWayToParadise #PrayerTips #IslamicKnowledge