Mosques across the UK are set to hold special Prayers for Rain (Salat al-Istisqa) on Sunday, as much of the country experiences severe drought.
The prolonged dry conditions are having a significant impact on farmers, wildlife and the environment, while placing increasing pressure on water supplies.
Salat al-Istisqa is a prayer established in the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), performed by Muslims during periods of drought as they turn to Allah with humility and ask for rain and mercy.
Hafidh Anas Khan, Operations Manager of Darul Ihsaan Mosque in Barking, told ilmfeed:
“Water is something many of us take for granted. Today, as much of the UK experiences severe drought and increasing pressure on our water supplies, Muslims are gathering to do what generations of Muslims before us have done in times of drought: turn to Allah with humility and ask for His mercy."
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