What is the ruling on consistently sitting in a specific place in the mosque?
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Question:
The questioner says: I sometimes arrive early at the mosque and sit next to the mu'adhdhin (the one who calls to prayer). One of the attendees told me that this is not permissible, because it was reported from the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) that he prohibited any of you from taking a fixed place like the resting place of camels. Is what he said correct, and am I required to change my place?
Answer:
Yes, if you consistently sit in a specific place, that is not recommended. Sit here one time and there another time. Yes.
The questioner says: I sometimes arrive early at the mosque and sit next to the mu'adhdhin (the one who calls to prayer). One of the attendees told me that this is not permissible, because it was reported from the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) that he prohibited any of you from taking a fixed place like the resting place of camels. Is what he said correct, and am I required to change my place?
Answer:
Yes, if you consistently sit in a specific place, that is not recommended. Sit here one time and there another time. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم المداومة على الجلوس في مكان معين بالمسجد؟ لمعالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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