His third question asks whether the first two rak'ahs in the Maghrib, 'Isha', and Fajr prayers are recited aloud, meaning is it obligatory to raise the voice in the recitation in them, even if the one praying is alone, and what is the ruling on the prayer of one who does not recite aloud in them?

The questioner : His third question asks whether the first two rak'ahs in the Maghrib, 'Isha', and Fajr prayers are recited aloud, meaning is it obligatory to raise the voice in the recitation in them, even if the one praying is alone, and what is the ruling on the prayer of one who does not recite aloud in them?

The Shaykh : Reciting aloud in the prayer where recitation is loud is not obligatory, but it is a matter of preference. If a person recites quietly in a place where reciting aloud is prescribed, his prayer is not invalid, because the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: and he did not restrict this recitation to being loud or quiet. So if a person recites what is obligatory to recite, whether quietly or aloud, he has fulfilled the obligation. However, it is better to recite aloud in what is recommended to be recited aloud, such as the first two rak'ahs of the Maghrib and 'Isha' prayers, the Fajr prayer, the Jumu'ah prayer, the 'Id prayer, the prayer for rain, the tarawih prayer, and the like of these well-known cases. If a person intentionally does not recite aloud while he is the imam, his prayer is valid, but it is deficient.
As for the ma'mum, if he prays a prayer where recitation is loud, he has the choice between reciting aloud and reciting quietly. He should look at what is more energetic for him and closer to humility, and do that.

The questioner : Yes.