Question 1

What if the sunset time isn’t exact or I can’t see the sun in Sab` al Bur?

Accepted Answer

If clouds or tall buildings block the view, rely on the local prayer schedule for Sab` al Bur. Islamic authorities calculate sunset times precisely, so following those is accurate and safe. It’s better to be slightly cautious—wait a minute or two if you’re unsure—than to pray before the sun fully sets.

Question 2

Why is there only a short gap between Maghrib and Isha?

Accepted Answer

Maghrib is meant to be prayed soon after sunset, and Isha follows not long after twilight fades. This close timing keeps your evening spiritually connected—you finish one prayer and prepare gently for the next. It’s a rhythm that eases your transition from worldly activity to nighttime reflection and rest.

Question 3

How do Muslims around the world experience Maghrib together?

Accepted Answer

Maghrib creates a wave of worship that circles the globe. As the sun sets in Sab` al Bur, it rises elsewhere, but Maghrib’s call is always being heard somewhere in the world. That thought alone is humbling—you’re part of a living rhythm of faith that never stops, a worldwide chain of gratitude moving with the setting sun.

Question 4

Is Maghrib a time when families should pray together?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Maghrib often gathers families around the same moment—whether at home, in the masjid, or during iftar. It’s a short but beautiful time to reconnect, pray together, and express gratitude for the day that’s ending. Those shared prayers create warmth and unity that lasts long after the Adhan fades.

Maghrib Time Sab` al Bur

Remaining Prayers

Fajr

Dhuhr

Asr

Isha

Maghrib Salat Time Sab` al Bur

About Maghrib

Sab` al Bur

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What if the sunset time isn’t exact or I can’t see the sun in Sab` al Bur?

Q.Why is there only a short gap between Maghrib and Isha?

Q.How do Muslims around the world experience Maghrib together?

Q.Is Maghrib a time when families should pray together?

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