Should the latecomer recite thanaa?
Question
When joining salaah late after takbeer, after I have put my hand on my belly, how should I recite thanaa?
Answer
If the imaam has already commenced with the qiraat etc. then you should not recite the thanaa.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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