What is better: praying two long rak'ahs or praying four rak'ahs with ease?
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Question : If praying two long rak'ahs and praying four rak'ahs conflict in the same time, the well-known view is that the greater number is better. Another narration is reported from Ahmad to the contrary, and a third narration is reported from him stating that they are equal. And the second
Answer : Okay, is that clear? Which is better in your opinion? Hmm? According to the need. The quality and the quantity. The wealthy, the wealthy. Generally, the quality is more beneficial for the heart; generally, it is more beneficial for the heart if it involves length, humility, reflection, and contemplation, rather than four rak'ahs recited in a rush. But as for the one who prays for others, generally the greater number with ease is easier for the people; easier for the people.
Answer : Okay, is that clear? Which is better in your opinion? Hmm? According to the need. The quality and the quantity. The wealthy, the wealthy. Generally, the quality is more beneficial for the heart; generally, it is more beneficial for the heart if it involves length, humility, reflection, and contemplation, rather than four rak'ahs recited in a rush. But as for the one who prays for others, generally the greater number with ease is easier for the people; easier for the people.
Source
قناة «فضيلة الشيخ محمد بن صالح العثيمين»، 183 - ما الأفضل صلاة ركعتين طويلتين أو صلاة أربع ركعات مع التخفيف؟ قواعد ابن رجب - ابن عثيمين — youtube.com
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