Comparing the Merits of Advancing or Delaying the Combination of Prayers for the Traveler

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What is better for the traveler: advancing the combination or delaying it?
The better option for the traveler in combining prayers is to do what is easier for you. If advancing is easier, then advance. If delaying is easier, then delay.

The better option is: Do what is easier for you, whether advancing or delaying. As for shortening the prayer, it is a recommended practice (sunnah) in an absolute sense.

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