Friday religious practices and prayer timings

Religious practices and prayer timings for Friday are a focus of interest, particularly regarding the recitation of specific surahs and the timing of the Sela.

According to religious traditions, reciting the Ikhlas, Felak, and Nas surahs seven times each after Friday prayer—without speaking or leaving one's place—is believed to provide protection until the following week. Additionally, reciting verses 9-11 of Surah Al-Jumu'ah between the Sela and the Adhan is associated with sustenance and lawful earnings.

Regarding scheduling, the Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) notes that the Sela is traditionally recited approximately one hour before the Friday Adhan. Because prayer times vary by city and district, the exact timing of the Sela and the Friday prayer depends on the local noon time for each specific region.