The Great Status of Prayer

Question:
Does prayer have a special status among the other pillars, Shaykh Salih?

Answer:
Yes, prayer is the second pillar of Islam after the two testimonies. It was made obligatory upon the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) on the night of the Ascension. It was made obligatory upon him in the sky, on the night of the Ascension in Makkah before the Migration. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) prayed it in Makkah. As for zakah, fasting in Ramadan, and Hajj, their obligation came later. Some of them were made obligatory in the second year, and some in the ninth year. So their obligation came after the obligation of prayer. Prayer is more emphasized, and it is the pillar of Islam. It is the first thing for which a servant is held accountable on the Day of Resurrection from his deeds. If it is accepted, his other deeds are accepted, and if it is rejected, his other deeds are rejected. Yes.