Obligatory

Obligatory describes situations in Islam where a specific act of worship or practice is recommended but not considered compulsory. Obligatory acts of worship are important opportunities for believers to draw closer to Allah and develop spiritually. Although not as strictly obligatory as the mandatory acts, fulfilling the obligatory enhances the religious lives of Muslims. Obligatory acts are often specified in connection with certain religious conditions. The importance of obligatory acts increases in situations that require permission or authorization. For example, the significance of obligatory acts becomes apparent when a mandatory act is not fulfilled.