Can I move forward during salat? Sajdah Sahw; My mother wants me to marry my cousin but I do not really want to.
Question
Dear respected mufti sahib, (i)Whilst leading salat with one person in uni, another joined in making the number three. At first, there were two and I as the imam was slightly ahead. When the third joined in, I stepped ahead thus two behind me. Was this correct? (ii) i have seen a few people in the masjid making one sajda after du'a. is there any basis for this? (iii)my mother wants me to marry my cousin but i do not really want to. Do I still have to make Istikharra about something which I do not want to do? Walaikum salam Mufti saheb. May Almighty Allah reward you for your efforts
Answer
1. In such a situation, it is better for the Muqtadi (follower) to step back. However, if the Imaam stepped forward, there is no problem. (Fathul Qadeer vol.1 pg.309; Rashidiyya)There is no basis for performing a Sajdah on its own as an Ibaadat. However, it is possible that these persons were discharging their Sajda-e-Tilaawat (Sajda that becomes necessary by recitation of an Aayat of Sajdah) at this time out of convenience in which case there is no harm.
2. If you have decided on the matter, then there is no purpose in making Istikhaara. If you are still unsure, it will be very beneficial to make Istikhaara.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
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