The publication of the Çankırı imsakiye has sparked anticipation among the Muslim community in the region, as it marks the beginning of Ramadan and sets the timings for crucial religious practices such as fasting and morning prayers. Understanding the correct timings for these rituals is paramount during the holy month, ensuring that individuals can fulfill their religious duties appropriately. As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı has released the imsak and iftar timings for Çankırı, joining a list of cities unveiling their schedules. Let’s delve into the details of the Çankırı imsak and the sahur and iftar times for the upcoming Ramadan season.
**Ramadan Timings in Çankırı: A Closer Look**
As the first fast of Ramadan approaches, the sahur and iftar timings have been unveiled for Çankırı residents. The imsak time for the initial fast in Çankırı is set at 05:49, with iftar scheduled to commence at 18:43. On the night bridging February 28th and March 1st, individuals will rise for the pre-dawn meal, preparing for the first fast on March 1st. The first tarawih prayers in Çankırı will be held after the evening call to prayer at 20:01 on February 28th.
**Daily Iftar and Sahur Timings in Çankırı**
For the first five days of Ramadan in Çankırı, the sahur and iftar timings are as follows:
– **Çankırı 1st Day (March 1st, Saturday):**
Sahur time: 05:49
Iftar time: 18:43
Tarawih prayer time: 20:02
– **Çankırı 2nd Day (March 2nd, Sunday):**
Sahur time: 05:47
Iftar time: 18:44
Tarawih prayer time: 20:03
– **Çankırı 3rd Day (March 3rd, Monday):**
Sahur time: 05:46
Iftar time: 18:45
Tarawih prayer time: 20:04
– **Çankırı 4th Day (March 4th, Tuesday):**
Sahur time: 05:44
Iftar time: 18:47
Tarawih prayer time: 20:05
– **Çankırı 5th Day (March 5th, Wednesday):**
Sahur time: 05:43
Iftar time: 18:48
Tarawih prayer time: 20:06
**Understanding Teravih Prayers: A Spiritual Journey**
Teravih prayers, a special form of voluntary prayer specific to the month of Ramadan, are performed after the night prayer. The term “teravih” stems from the Arabic word for “rest” or “relaxation,” signifying the intervals of rest taken during this lengthy prayer. Highly revered in the Islamic world, teravih prayers are considered an essential aspect of Ramadan, enriching the spiritual experience of believers.
These prayers consist of at least 8 cycles, with a maximum of 20 cycles being permissible. Teravih prayers can be performed in sets of two or four cycles, with a prescribed rest period in between. Reciting specific prayers after every four cycles is a customary practice that adds depth to the spiritual significance of the ritual. Following the completion of teravih prayers, worshippers engage in vitr prayers and conclude with supplications, enhancing the communal bond and spiritual ambiance of the Ramadan season.
Teravih prayers hold special significance for both men and women, being a recommended practice in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad himself partook in these prayers and encouraged his followers to do the same, emphasizing the spiritual rewards that come with observing teravih prayers diligently. As a hadith states, “Whoever observes the night prayer during Ramadan out of faith and seeking reward from Allah, all his past sins will be forgiven” (Buhârî, “Salâtü’t-Teravih”, 1; Müslim, “Salâtü’l-Müsafirîn” 174).
With the Çankırı imsakiye now available, residents can meticulously plan their daily routines to observe the fasting and prayers during the holy month of Ramadan. As the community eagerly awaits the commencement of this sacred period, the guidance provided by the imsak and iftar timings will serve as a compass for navigating through the spiritual journey that lies ahead.
