The Criterion for Shortening the Imam’s Prayer for the Congregation
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The questioner:
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:Muwatta Malik 8:14, and if he prays alone, let him pray as much as he wishes.
The Shaykh:
As long as he wishes. Yes.
The questioner:
May Allah reward you. What is the criterion for shortening the prayer for the people?
The Shaykh:
It is well known that shortening is limited to the pillars and the obligatory acts. This shortening is limited to the pillars and the obligatory acts in the prayer. Lengthening increases the recommended practices. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
When you lead people in the prayer, make it short
إذا صلى أحدكم بالناس فليخففThe Shaykh:
As long as he wishes. Yes.
The questioner:
May Allah reward you. What is the criterion for shortening the prayer for the people?
The Shaykh:
It is well known that shortening is limited to the pillars and the obligatory acts. This shortening is limited to the pillars and the obligatory acts in the prayer. Lengthening increases the recommended practices. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Source
كتاب التوحيد [11] — alfawzan.live (1:06:47)
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