The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) forbade praying with one's hands…

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Updated on 24 September 2026 at 12:34 AM

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Hadith text: The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon hi…

عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه ، قال: «نهى النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم أن يصلي الرَّجُلُ مُخْتَصِرًا».

Explanation of the hadith: The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon hi…

The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) forbade praying while putting the hands on the waist.

Categories : Jurisprudence of Acts of Worship · Prayer · Jurisprudence and Juristic Principles · Mistakes during Prayer

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