Does that mean that it is obligatory for the traveler to shorten the prayer?
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Question:
Is there a report from 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) saying: "Whoever completes the prayer while traveling, may Allah not complete it for him"? Does that mean that it is obligatory for the traveler to shorten the prayer?
Answer:
I am not aware of anything of that. Shortening the prayer while traveling is a recommended practice (sunnah). If one completes the prayer, his prayer is valid, contrary to the position of the Zahiriyyah. Thus, shortening is a recommended practice and a dispensation. If one does it, that is better. If he does not do it and completes the prayer, his prayer is valid.
Is there a report from 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) saying: "Whoever completes the prayer while traveling, may Allah not complete it for him"? Does that mean that it is obligatory for the traveler to shorten the prayer?
Answer:
I am not aware of anything of that. Shortening the prayer while traveling is a recommended practice (sunnah). If one completes the prayer, his prayer is valid, contrary to the position of the Zahiriyyah. Thus, shortening is a recommended practice and a dispensation. If one does it, that is better. If he does not do it and completes the prayer, his prayer is valid.
Source
www.alfawzan.af.org.sa
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