What should the spacing be between our feet when standing for Salaat? Also should our feet physically need to touch the person next to us in Jamaat?
Question
Please expand your answer to include women as well.
Answer
There are a number of Ahaadith which mention one form of standing or another as Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) stated, 'Straighten your rows, or else Allah will cause friction between your hearts.' (Ma'arifus Sunan).
There is no fixed or stipulated space which has to be left between the feet. That which is comfortable and convenient will be regarded as Sunnah.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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