The Obligation of Straightening the Rows in Prayer
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Question:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, what is the virtue of straightening the rows, given that we see the rows in some mosques are slanted?
Answer:
It is necessary to straighten the rows. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) used to order the straightening of the rows, the aligning of the shoulders and the heels, and the closing of gaps. He also ordered completing the first row, then the next. These are etiquettes that must be observed in the rows. Yes.
He says: Honorable Shaykh, what is the virtue of straightening the rows, given that we see the rows in some mosques are slanted?
Answer:
It is necessary to straighten the rows. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) used to order the straightening of the rows, the aligning of the shoulders and the heels, and the closing of gaps. He also ordered completing the first row, then the next. These are etiquettes that must be observed in the rows. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، 1596 - وجوب تسوية الصفوف في الصلاة - الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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