Which is better, reciting the basmalah aloud or quietly in prayer?
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Question:
He is asking several questions, Shaykh, regarding reciting the basmalah aloud, specifically regarding the imam in prayer?
Answer:
It is contrary to the established Sunnah that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), Abu Bakr, 'Umar, and 'Uthman began the prayer with "Alhamdulillah Rabb al-'Alamin" (Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds), and it is not mentioned that they said "Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim" (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful). However, it is recommended (mustahabb) to say it quietly before the recitation. This is recommended. Yes.
He is asking several questions, Shaykh, regarding reciting the basmalah aloud, specifically regarding the imam in prayer?
Answer:
It is contrary to the established Sunnah that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), Abu Bakr, 'Umar, and 'Uthman began the prayer with "Alhamdulillah Rabb al-'Alamin" (Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds), and it is not mentioned that they said "Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim" (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful). However, it is recommended (mustahabb) to say it quietly before the recitation. This is recommended. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، 2208 - أيهما أفضل الجهر أم الإسرار بالبسملة في الصلاة؟ - الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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