What does one say after praying salaat?
Question
A friend of mine says that one should recite the Kalima Shahada after Salaat whereas I think one should say 'Astaghfirullah' (O Allah for me) thrice. Which method is correct. Please explain if possible with reference to the Hadith.
Answer
One should seek forgiveness after each Salaat by saying, 'Astaghfirullah' (O Allah forgive me.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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