LessonsPrayer on a Ship and the Complete Tarawih RulesQuiz

The source's Tarawih structure is:

• 20 rak'ahs.
• 10 Salaams — normally one Salaam after every 2 rak'ahs.
• A rest after every 4 rak'ahs is recommended.
• The rest may be approximately as long as the preceding 4 rak'ahs.
• A similar rest is also recommended between the fifth set of 4 and Witr.

During the rest, worshippers may remain quiet or engage individually in remembrance, recitation or prayer.

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20 Rak'ahs, 10 Salaams, and the Tarwihah Rest

Prayer on a Ship and the Complete Tarawih Rules

The source's Tarawih structure is:

• 20 rak'ahs.
• 10 Salaams — normally one Salaam after every 2 rak'ahs.
• A rest after every 4 rak'ahs is recommended.
• The rest may be approximately as long as the preceding 4 rak'ahs.
• A similar rest is also recommended between the fifth set of 4 and Witr.

During the rest, worshippers may remain quiet or engage individually in remembrance, recitation or prayer.