What is the ruling on vocalizing the intention aloud in prayer?
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Q: The questioner: S. A. S. from Egypt asks: What is the ruling on vocalizing the intention aloud in prayer?
A: Vocalizing the intention is a religious innovation, and vocalizing it aloud is even more severe in sin. The recommended practice is to intend with the heart, for Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) knows the secret and what is even more hidden. He is the One who said: : [Surat al-Hujurat: 16].
It is not established from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), nor from any of his Companions, nor from the followed imams, that they vocalized the intention. Therefore, it is known that it is not prescribed, but rather it is among the newly invented innovations.
And success is from Allah.
A: Vocalizing the intention is a religious innovation, and vocalizing it aloud is even more severe in sin. The recommended practice is to intend with the heart, for Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) knows the secret and what is even more hidden. He is the One who said: :
Say, "Would you acquaint Allah with your religion while Allah knows whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth
قُلْ أَتُعَلِّمُونَ اللَّهَ بِدِينِكُمْ وَاللَّهُ يَعْلَمُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِIt is not established from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), nor from any of his Companions, nor from the followed imams, that they vocalized the intention. Therefore, it is known that it is not prescribed, but rather it is among the newly invented innovations.
And success is from Allah.
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