The followers looking at the imam's face when he says the closing salam
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The second question of the fatwa number ( 7527 )
Q2: Is it necessary to turn the head fully at the end of the prayer so that the followers can see the imam's face, or is it sufficient to say: "As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullah" while turning the head slightly, and what is the ruling on this?
A2: It is prescribed for the imam and the followers, when saying the closing salam of the prayer, to turn the neck to the right and then to the left so that the followers can see the side of the imam's face, but it is not obligatory; rather, it is a recommended practice. And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.
Q2: Is it necessary to turn the head fully at the end of the prayer so that the followers can see the imam's face, or is it sufficient to say: "As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullah" while turning the head slightly, and what is the ruling on this?
A2: It is prescribed for the imam and the followers, when saying the closing salam of the prayer, to turn the neck to the right and then to the left so that the followers can see the side of the imam's face, but it is not obligatory; rather, it is a recommended practice. And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.
Source
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