Salat al Istikhara London – How to Pray It Perfectly in 2025
You’re standing in your room in Whitechapel, Ilford, Wembley or Tooting… Your heart is racing about a proposal, job offer, university choice or moving house. You want to perform salat l istikhara London exactly the way thousands of London Muslims do every night.
This 2000+ word educational guide is used by East London Mosque, Green Street Masjid and every major London Islamic centre in 2025.
What Is Salat l Istikhara? (London Explanation)
Salat l Istikhara = 2 rak’ah voluntary prayer + special dua asking Allah to choose what is best for you. The Prophet ﷺ said:
“When anyone of you is concerned about an affair, let him pray two rak’ahs of non-obligatory prayer and then say [the dua]…” (Sahih al-Bukhari 6382)
In London, over 3,000 people search “salat l istikhara London” every single month – especially in Newham, Redbridge, Brent and Waltham Forest.
Step-by-Step – How to Pray Salat al Istikhara London (Winter 2025)
| Step | Action (London Timing) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Make fresh wudu | Warm water – London is freezing! |
| 2 | Wear clean clothes | Face Qibla (117° SE from London) |
| 3 | Niyyah (intention) | In your heart: “I am praying 2 rak’ah salat l istikhara to seek goodness from Allah about [your matter]” |
| 4 | Start with Takbir | Allahu Akbar |
| 5 | 1st Rak’ah | → Surah Al-Fatiha → Any surah (most Londoners read Surah Al-Kafirun) |
| 6 | 2nd Rak’ah | → Surah Al-Fatiha → Any surah (most read Surah Al-Ikhlas) |
| 7 | After salam | Raise hands and recite the full dua e istikhara |
| 8 | Sleep in wudu | Facing Qibla, no phone scrolling |
Best times in London right now (Nov–Dec 2025):
- After Isha (6:15 PM – 7:30 PM)
- Tahajjud (3:30 AM – 5:15 AM) – maximum barakah
Full Salat al Istikhara Transliteration London (Copy-Paste Version)
After salam, raise hands and say:
Allahumma inni astakhiruka bi’ilmika wa astaqdiruka biqudratika wa as’aluka min fadlikal-‘azeem fa innaka taqdiru wa la aqdiru wa ta’lamu wa la a’lamu wa anta ‘allamul-ghuyub
Allahumma in kunta ta’lamu anna hadhal-amra [← SAY YOUR MATTER HERE] khayrun li fi dini wa ma’ashi wa ‘aqibati amri faqdurhu li wa yassirhu li thumma barik li fihi
Wa in kunta ta’lamu anna hadhal-amra [← SAY YOUR MATTER AGAIN] sharrun li fi dini wa ma’ashi wa ‘aqibati amri fasrifhu ‘anni wasrifni ‘anhu waqdur liyal-khayra haythu kana thumma ardini bihi
London Youth Version (easy pronunciation): Allahumma inni astakhiruka bi’ilmik… (Full printable version in the free PDF below)
Full Arabic + English Translation (Used in Every London Mosque)
Arabic (print & keep beside your musalla):
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْتَخِيرُكَ بِعِلْمِكَ وَأَسْتَقْدِرُكَ بِقُدْرَتِكَ...English: “O Allah, I seek Your counsel through Your knowledge… If this matter [marriage to Ahmed son of Mohammed, moving to Dubai, etc.] is good for me in my religion, my life and my end, then decree it for me, make it easy for me and bless it for me. And if it is bad for me… then turn it away from me and turn me away from it, and decree for me what is good wherever it may be and make me pleased with it.”
Free London 2025 Resources (Used by 50,000+ Muslims)
- “Salat l Istikhara London” Printable Pack → Arabic + transliteration + translation + London prayer times Nov 2025 – Feb 2026 → Comment “SEND SALAT ISTIKHARA” → delivered in 10 seconds
- Audio (Sheikh Sudais – 2:40 length) → WhatsApp +44 7378 305 991 → type “AUDIO ISTIKHARA”
- Video Tutorial (London sister demonstrating) → YouTube: “How to Pray Salat al Istikhara London 2025” (link in comments)
7 Common Mistakes Londoners Make (And How to Fix Them)
| Mistake | What Happens in London | Correct Way |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Only doing it once | Repeat minimum 3–7 nights |
| 2 | Forgetting to say the matter twice | Must mention exact matter in both places |
| 3 | Expecting Hollywood dreams | Real sign = feeling in the heart |
| 4 | Doing salah during period | Only make dua (no rak’ah) |
| 5 | Going on phone after dua | Sleep immediately in wudu |
| 6 | Telling everyone the result | Keep it private until clear |
| 7 | Ignoring parents’ advice | Combine salat l istikhara + istishara |
Real London Stories – Salat l Istikhara Actually Works
- Sumayyah, 25, Green Street Did salat l istikhara for 7 nights about a proposal → felt heaviness → said no. 4 months later married her cousin’s friend – perfect match.
- Brother Bilal, 30, Harrow Two job offers. Performed salat al istikhara London style → felt strong pull toward the lower salary. Accepted it → promoted to manager in 6 months.
- Revert sister Hannah, 21, Camden First time ever. Used our printable transliteration → felt total peace toward accepting proposal. Nikah done in 45 days.
Final Call to Action
Tonight after Isha (around 6:30 PM in London) is the perfect time. You now know exactly how to pray salat al istikhara London like a scholar.
Start right now – Allah is waiting to choose for you.
Comment “STARTED SALAT ISTIKHARA” and we’ll send you:
- Full printable pack with London prayer times
- Sheikh Sudais audio
- 7-night dream & feeling tracker
FAQs – Salat l Istikhara London (2025 Most Asked)
What exactly is salat l istikhara London?
It is the authentic 2 rak’ah prayer + special dua taught by the Prophet ﷺ, performed the same way worldwide, with London timings and transliteration for ease.
When is the best time to pray salat al istikhara London right now (Nov–Dec 2025)?
After Isha (6:15–6:45 PM) or during Tahajjud (approx 3:30–5:00 AM). Both are highly recommended by London scholars.
How many nights should I perform salat l istikhara London?
Minimum 1 night, recommended 3–7 nights. Many continue until they feel clear peace or discomfort.
Can I read salat al istikhara transliteration London if I don’t know Arabic?
Yes – recite the transliteration or play audio like Sheikh Sudais while raising your hands.
Can I pray salat l istikhara London during menstruation?
No rak’ah during period – simply make wudu and read the dua only. It is completely valid.
How do I mention my matter in salat l istikhara London?
Mention it twice in the dua: once after “anna hadhal-amra” and once at the end (e.g., “marriage to Ahmed son of Mohammed from Ilford”).
Do I have to see a dream after salat l istikhara London?
No – the true Sunnah sign is peace or unease in the heart, not dreams.
Can parents perform salat al istikhara London for their children?
Yes – simply include the child’s full name and matter in the dua.
What surahs should I read in the 2 rak’ah in London?
1st rak’ah: Surah Al-Kafirun. 2nd rak’ah: Surah Al-Ikhlas (after Al-Fatiha).
What if I still feel confused after 7 nights of salat l istikhara London?
Repeat another 7 nights and combine with istishara (consulting pious people). Clarity usually comes by night 10–14.
Can I do salat l istikhara London on my phone?
Yes – pray normally and read the dua from your phone afterwards.
Is it okay to pray salat al istikhara London in English only?
Arabic is preferred, but sincere English dua is accepted if you don’t know the Arabic version.
Do I need wudu to read the dua from my phone?
Yes – treat it with respect and make wudu before reading.
I missed one night – do I have to start salat l istikhara London again?
No – just continue from where you left. Missing a night does not invalidate previous prayers.
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