What is the ruling on one who recites without stopping at the ends of verses in order to make it easier for the worshippers?
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The questioner : Some imams fear lengthening the prayer, so they hasten in the recitation or make it a mere mumble, and do not stop at the ends of the verses. Is there any validity to this practice?
The Shaykh : Yes, this combines the two matters: easing the burden on the people, especially in severe cold and the like, and performing the recommended practice.
The questioner : ...
The Shaykh : By Allah, I see no harm in this, because the intended purpose is the recitation itself.
The questioner : ...
The Shaykh : Yes, it is authentic from Uthman. The hadith of Sa'id ibn Aqram is not that strong.
The Shaykh : Yes, this combines the two matters: easing the burden on the people, especially in severe cold and the like, and performing the recommended practice.
The questioner : ...
The Shaykh : By Allah, I see no harm in this, because the intended purpose is the recitation itself.
The questioner : ...
The Shaykh : Yes, it is authentic from Uthman. The hadith of Sa'id ibn Aqram is not that strong.