What does Qiyam mean?
Within each unit of prayer, Qiyam is the opening stance where recitation takes place; the term is also used for Qiyam al-Layl, extended voluntary prayer at night, especially during Ramadan.
Alternative Spellings
Qiyam al-Layl
Worship & Practice
Qiyam
قِيَام · /qiːˈjæm/
Qiyam is the standing position in Salah, and also refers more broadly to voluntary night prayer.