Is the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) saying regarding prayer, "If they only knew what is in it, they would come to it even if they had to crawl," an indication that it is prescribed for a sick person to attend the congregation even if it is difficult for him?
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The questioner : Is the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) saying regarding prayer an indication that it is prescribed for a sick person to attend the congregation even if it is difficult for him?
The Shaykh : No, this is an exaggeration and it is not the case. Even the Companions during the time of the Messenger would bring a sick person, supporting him between two men, until he was placed in the row. However, if a person is granted a dispensation regarding something and it is difficult for him, then he should not do it.
If they only knew what is in it, they would come to it even if they had to crawl
لو يعلمون ما فيها لأتوها ولو حبواًThe Shaykh : No, this is an exaggeration and it is not the case. Even the Companions during the time of the Messenger would bring a sick person, supporting him between two men, until he was placed in the row. However, if a person is granted a dispensation regarding something and it is difficult for him, then he should not do it.