What is the ruling on one who falls into something that invalidates his i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque)? Does he bear a sin?
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Question:
If one falls into something that invalidates his i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque), does he bear a sin?
Answer:
He does not bear a sin; because i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque) is a recommended practice (sunnah). If he wishes to continue with it, he may, and if he wishes not to continue with it, he may. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
If one falls into something that invalidates his i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque), does he bear a sin?
Answer:
He does not bear a sin; because i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque) is a recommended practice (sunnah). If he wishes to continue with it, he may, and if he wishes not to continue with it, he may. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Source
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