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Ruku

Ruku is a very important part of Muslim prayer. It's when you bend down from your waist and touch your toes with your hands. You do this two times during each cycle of prayer, and it's called Raka. It's like you are bowing down to show respect to Allah.

When you say "Allahu Akbar" and start praying, you stand up straight and recite verses from the Quran. Then you bow down for ruku. When you bow down, you fold your hands on your chest and say "Subhan Rabbial Adheem" which means "Glory be to my Lord, the Most Great". You hold this position for a few seconds and then stand back up.

Ruku is a way to show humility and obedience to Allah. By physically bowing down, you are showing that you accept your place in the world and that Allah is the greatest and most powerful.

It's important to do ruku properly by keeping your back straight and your feet shoulder-width apart. This helps you maintain good posture and prevent injury. And don't worry if you can't touch your toes, just do the best you can.

In conclusion, ruku is an important part of prayer in Islam. It's a way to show respect and humility to Allah and it's done by bending down from the waist and touching your toes. Remember to maintain good posture and do your best during each cycle of prayer.
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