KITAB SHALAT DAN WAKTU-WAKTU SHALAT LITERASI FIKIH SHALAT DALAM PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM: TELAAH KONSEP WAKTU SHALAT SEBAGAI SARANA PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER DISIPLIN

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Prayer is an obligatory act of worship that holds a very important position in Islamic teachings as the second pillar of Islam and a cornerstone of the faith. This act of worship not only serves as a means of communication between the servant and Allah SWT, but also has a significant influence on character development, inner peace, and the social life of a Muslim. This article aims to examine the concept of prayer from a fiqh perspective, covering its definition, status, wisdom, conditions, pillars, invalidators, and a discussion of prayer times according to the four schools of jurisprudence. The method employed is library research, involving the analysis of various relevant classical and contemporary fiqh literature. The results of the study indicate that prayer possesses very broad spiritual, moral, and social dimensions. In addition to being a form of submission to Allah SWT, prayer also plays a role in fostering discipline, improving moral character, strengthening social solidarity, and providing psychological peace. A correct understanding of the conditions, pillars, and times of prayer is a crucial factor in maintaining the perfection of worship. Therefore, the study of prayer remains relevant as a guide for practicing religious life correctly in accordance with the teachings of Islamic law.