When does a traveler begin to avail himself of the dispensations of travel? Is it upon the intention to depart or upon leaving the built-up area?
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The questioner : A person leaves his town. When is it recommended for him to shorten the prayer? Is it upon the intention to depart or after leaving the built-up area?
The Shaykh : A traveler is not considered a traveler until he leaves the built-up area. However, this does not mean leaving it in terms of visual sight, but rather leaving it with his body. Even if there is only one arm's length between him and the town, he may avail himself of the dispensations of travel.
The Shaykh : A traveler is not considered a traveler until he leaves the built-up area. However, this does not mean leaving it in terms of visual sight, but rather leaving it with his body. Even if there is only one arm's length between him and the town, he may avail himself of the dispensations of travel.