The ruling on leaving the congregational prayer out of fear of coronavirus
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Question:
The questioner says: I am fifty-six years old and I suffer from diabetes. Currently, with the spread of the coronavirus, I do not pray in the mosque, even though I am able to, out of fear of mixing with people. Is there a sin on me? Please inform us, may Allah reward you.
Answer:
If you have an excuse in this matter, you must consult a doctor. If he permits you not to mix with people, pray in your house. However, if you do not seek the doctor's opinion, it is not permissible for you to leave the congregational prayer while you are able to attend it. Yes.
The questioner says: I am fifty-six years old and I suffer from diabetes. Currently, with the spread of the coronavirus, I do not pray in the mosque, even though I am able to, out of fear of mixing with people. Is there a sin on me? Please inform us, may Allah reward you.
Answer:
If you have an excuse in this matter, you must consult a doctor. If he permits you not to mix with people, pray in your house. However, if you do not seek the doctor's opinion, it is not permissible for you to leave the congregational prayer while you are able to attend it. Yes.
Source
قناة «إذاعة القرآن الكريم»، نور على الدرب مع معالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان ح7486 — youtube.com (5:14)
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