Salat al-Hajah, or the Prayer of Need, is a voluntary prayer in Islam performed when seeking guidance, relief, or fulfillment of a specific need. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

*Preparation:*

1. Perform Wudu (ablution).

2. Choose a clean, quiet place.

3. Face the Qiblah (direction of the Kaaba).

*Prayer:*

1. Perform 2 Rakahs (units of prayer).

2. In each Rakah:

– Recite Al-Fatihah.

– Recite a portion of the Quran (e.g., Surah Al-Kafirun or Surah Al-Ikhlas).

3. After completing 2 Rakahs, recite:

– Tasbih (Subhanallah) 3 times.

– Tahmid (Alhamdulillah) 3 times.

– Takbir (Allahu Akbar) 3 times.

*Supplication:*

1. Raise your hands (as in Du’a).

2. Recite the Du’a of Salat al-Hajah or your personal supplication.

*Conclusion:*

1. End with Salam.

2. Perform good deeds, as this prayer is more likely to be accepted when accompanied by righteous actions.

*Additional Tips:*

– Perform Salat al-Hajah at beneficial times (e.g., between Maghrib and Isha, or after Fajr).

– Be sincere, focused, and patient.

– Make Du’a for others as well.

Remember, Salat al-Hajah is not obligatory, but it’s a beautiful way to connect with Allah and seek His guidance and support.