Namaz E Walidain Shia _top_ Jun 2026

| Feature | Shia Islam | Sunni Islam | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Explicitly called Salat al-Walidain | Prayer for parents is a general concept, not a named prayer. | | Recitation | Surah Al-Qadr (Rak'ah 1) + Surah Al-Ikhlas (Rak'ah 2) is recommended. | No specific Surah mandated; any Surahs are fine. | | Qunoot | Mandatory in this prayer before Ruku of 2nd Rak'ah. | Qunoot is generally not part of a two-rak'ah Nafl prayer (though some do it). | | Hands Position | Hands open, resting on thighs or at sides. | Hands folded on chest (Qabd). |

In your heart, intend: