Seeking Refuge: Does It Suffice for Intention?
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The third question of Fatwa No. ( 18444 )
Q 3: Does the phrase (I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Shaytan) suffice to express the formation of the intention?
A 3: The place of intention is the heart, and it is a condition for the validity of worship; due to the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him):Sahih al-Bukhari 1 , and seeking refuge does not suffice for it. And Allah knows best. And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.
Q 3: Does the phrase (I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Shaytan) suffice to express the formation of the intention?
A 3: The place of intention is the heart, and it is a condition for the validity of worship; due to the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him):
The reward of deeds depends upon the intentions and every person will get the reward according to what he has intended.
إنما الأعمال بالنيات وإنما لكل امرئ ما نوى
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