Scratching or folding one's sleeves during salaah

· 27 Muharram 1439 AH1 min readEnglish
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Question

What is the ruling on person who uses his hands for itching, folding sleeves, etc. during prayer? When will prayer be invalidated?

Answer

If he does this continuously. In the words of the fuqaha, what seems to be extensive movement.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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