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Prayers for Travel

Duas for Muslim Travelers

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In addition to being required to pray three times daily (normally five, but exceptions are made when traveling), Allah also requires Muslims to begin other prayers, or ​duas, to keep them safe as soon as they leave their cities or towns and begin their travels. Whether before or during their travels—and whether by airplane, car, boat or other transportation—Muslims ask Allah to protect them on their journeys and get them back home safely to their families.

Invocation for Traveling

Allaahu 'Akbar, Allaahu 'Akbar, Allaahu 'Akbar, Subhaanal-lathee sakhkhara lanaa haathaa wa maa kunnaa lahu muqrineen. Wa 'innaa 'ilaa Rabbinaa lamunqaliboon. Allaahumma 'innaa nas'aluka fee safarinaa haathal-birrawattaqwaa, waminal-'amalimaa tardhaa, Allaahumma hawwin 'alaynaa safaranaa haathaa watwi 'annaa bu'dahu, Allaahumma 'Antas-saahibu fis-safari, walkhaleefatu fil-'ahli, Allaahumma 'innee 'a'oothu bika min wa'thaa'is-safari, wa ka'aabanl-mandhari, wa soo'il-munqalabi fil-maaliwal'ahli.

Allah is the Most Great. Allah is the Most Great. Allah is the Most Great. Glory is to Him Who has provided this for us though we could never have had it by our efforts. Surely, unto our Lord we are returning. O Allah, we ask You on this our journey for goodness and piety, and for works that are pleasing to You. O Allah, lighten this journey for us and make its distance easy for us. O Allah, You are our Companion on the road and the One in Whose care we leave our family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from this journey's hardships, and from the wicked sights in store and from finding our family and property in misfortune upon returning.

Prayer for the Trip

Bismi-Allahi wa al-hamdu li-Allahi. Subhana-alladhi sakh-khara la-na hadha wa ma kunna la-hu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbi-na la munqalibun.

In the name of Allah, and Praise be to Allah. Glory unto Him Who created this transportation, for us, though we were unable to create it on our own. And unto our Lord we shall return.

The Departure Prayer

lla   ihlmh   ila   allmha  waḥdahs  lba  sh  ryka   lh   llhn   almlk    wlh  alnḥ  mld   whww  ʿl a  kll   shyw’r   qd   yrsh  aybṭwnn  twamb  wnḍ ʿabnd  wnr   sajadrwny  lḥr  bmnaa  ḥramdwn ṣndqa  allahl  wʿkhdyhr whndhṣhr  ʿbdh w  hzm  alaahḥlzhab  wnḥʿdwh bk mn  shrha   wshr   ahlha   wshr  ma  fyha

There is none worthy of worship besides Allah who has no partner. His is the Kingdom and to him is all praise, for He has created everything. We are those returning, repenting and obedient to Allah, performing Sajda, praising Allah, Allah has made truth (fulfilled) His promise and aided His servant and defeated the enemy armies Alone.

Prayer for Reaching the Destination

Allhm rb alsmawat alsbʿ wma aẓlln wrb alarḍyn alsbʿ wma aqlln wrb alshyaṭyn wma aḍlln wrb alryaḥ wma dhryn fina nsalk khyr hdhh alqrya wkhyr ahlha wnʿwdh bk mn shrha wshr ahlha wshr ma fyha .

O Allah, You are the Lord of the seven skies and all the things that are under these skies and the seven planets and whatever is over these and of Satan who misled and all those misled by him and for the wind and all that it blows. Thus we seek the good of this town and the good of its members (people) and seek refuge from its evil and the evil of its members, and from the evils of whatever is in it.

Prayer to Reach Home Safely

Alw bham a wbaa llrbhanwa tdwhb ab lsha yyghaadr ʿllnyana ḥw bwal h alnḥ mld whww ʿl a kll shyw’r qd yrsh aybṭwnn twamb wnḍ ʿabnd wnr sajadrwny lḥr bmnaa ḥramdwn ṣndqa allahl wʿkhdyhr whndhṣhr ʿbdh w hzm alaahḥlzhab  wnḥʿdwh bk mn shrha wshr ahlha wshr ma fyha.

I have come back, I have come back, I seek forgiveness from Allah with such a repentance that leaves me with no sin.

Prayer Upon Returning Home

Aa'iboona, taa'iboona, 'aabidoona, Lirabbinaa haamidoon.

We return repentant to our Lord, worshipping our Lord, and praising our Lord.

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6 powerful Duas For Travelling In The Protection Of Allah.

6 powerful Duas For Travelling In The Protection Of Allah. Traveling can be kinda stressful, right? Muslims say special prayers before we go, asking Allah to keep us safe. We have them in Arabic and English…it’s about asking for protection, good luck, all of that. Makes you feel calmer and more ready to set out. It’s like, reminding yourself that Allah is watching over you, no matter where you go.

Dua For Travel In English and Arabic

Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, 

“Whoever says (upon leaving his house): 

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ لاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللَّهِ

‘Bismillah, tawakkaltu ‘alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah 

“I begin with the Name of Allah; I trust in Allah; there is no altering of conditions but by the Power of Allah”

it will be said to him: ‘You are guided, defended and protected.’ The devil will go far away from him”.

[Abu Dawud, At-Tirmidhi and An- Nasa’i. At-Tirmidhi classified it as Hadith Hasan].

Abu Dawud reported it with this addition: “One devil will say to another: ‘How can you deal with a man who has been guided, defended and protected?”. (Riyad as-Salihin 83)

Dua For Traveling In Plane In English and Arabic 

اللهُ أكبَر، اللهُ أكبَر ، اللهُ أكبَر  سُـبْحانَ الّذي سَخَّـرَ لَنا هذا وَما كُنّا لَهُ مُقْـرِنين، وَإِنّا إِلى رَبِّنا لَمُنـقَلِبون  اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِيْ سَفَرِنَا هٰذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى، اَللّٰهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هٰذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ، اَللّٰهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَالْخَلِيْفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ

Transliteration/English font

Allaahu ‘Akbar, Allaahu ‘Akbar, Allaahu ‘Akbar, Subhaanal-lathee sakhkhara lanaa haathaa wa maa kunnaa lahu muqrineen. Wa ‘innaa ‘ilaa Rabbinaa lamunqaliboon. Allaahumma ‘innaa nas’aluka fee safarinaa haathal-birrawattaqwaa, waminal-‘amalimaa tardhaa, Allaahumma hawwin ‘alaynaa safaranaa haathaa watwi ‘annaa bu’dahu, Allaahumma ‘Antas-saahibu fis-safari, walkhaleefatu fil-‘ahli,

Meaning Of Dua for Travelling On Plane

“Glory unto Him Who created this transportation, for us, though we were unable to create it on our own. And unto our Lord we shall return. O Allah, we ask You during this journey of ours for righteousness, piety and such deeds as are pleasing to You. O Allah, make easy for us this journey of ours and make the distance short for us. O Allah, You are our Companion during the journey and the Guardian of the family and the property in our absence.”

Another Dua For Traveling By Plane In Arabic And English 

In Arabic 

اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّيْ أَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ، وَسُوْءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالْأَهْلِ والولد‏”‏

Transliteration: Allaahumma ‘innee ‘a’oothu bika min wa’thaa’is-safari, wa ka’aabanl-mandhari, wa soo’il-munqalabi fil-maaliwal’ahli wal-waladi.

Meaning 

Meaning: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of travel, the gloom of a situation, and the bad upheaval in money, family, and children.”

Dua For Travellers while returning

آيِبُونَ تَائِبُونَ عَابِدُونَ، لِرَبِّنَا حَامِدُونَ.

In English 

Ayibuna, ta’ibuna, ‘abiduna, li-Rabbina hamidun

We are those who return; those who repent; those who worship and those who praise our Rubb.

10 benefits of Dua for Travel By Plane.

Saying prayers before flying is HUGE for Muslims. Here’s why:

• Calms you down. Planes are stressful! Prayers help.
• Feeling close to Allah while up in the air is nice.
• Makes you think about being a good person, even when traveling.
• We ask Allah to keep us safe.
• Also, for a smooth flight, no delays…that stuff.
• We pray for our families back home too.
• Feels good to know Allah is with you, no matter where you go.
• Thank Allah for letting us travel safely.
• It’s part of being Muslim and keeps us connected to our faith.
• Doesn’t matter if it’s a plane, car, or whatever – prayer is prayer.

Dua For Travelling In Car 

رَّبِّ أَنزِلْنِى مُنزَلًا مُّبَارَكًا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ ٱلْمُنزِلِينَ

rabbi anzilni munzalan mubarokan wa anta khairul munzilin

Meaning Of Dua Travelling by Car 

“O my Lord, land me at a blessed destination, and You are the Best of all who bring to land.”

Quran : (Surah Al Muminun ayat 29)

Hadith About Dua For Travelling 

Ibn ‘Umar (May Allah be pleased with them) reported:

Whenever the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) mounted his camel for setting out on a journey, he would recite: “Allahu Akbar (Allah is Greatest),” thrice. Then The Prophet (ﷺ) would supplicate:

  “Subhanal-ladhi sakh-khara lana hadha, wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin, wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun. Allahumma inna nas’aluka fi safarina hadh al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-‘amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin ‘alaina safarana hadha, watwi ‘anna bu’dahu. Allahumma Antas-Sahibu fissafari, wal-Khalifatu fil- ahli. Allahumma inni a’udhu bika min wa’ta’is-safari, wa kaabatil- manzari, wa su’il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli wal-waladi

Translation: Far removed from imperfection is the One Who has made this subservient to us, for we have no power to subjugate it, and certainly to our Rubb shall we return. O Allah, we ask You during this journey of ours for righteousness, piety and such deeds as are pleasing to You. O Allah, make easy for us this journey of ours and make the distance short for us. O Allah, You are our Companion during the journey and the Guardian of the family and the property in our absence. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of travelling, unhappiness connected with ghastly scenes and evil turns in property and family.”

When The Prophet (ﷺ) returned, he recited this supplication making addition of these words: 

“We are those who return; those who repent; those who worship and those who praise our Rubb.”

[Muslim](Riyad as-Salihin 972)

Dua For ascending and descending 

Jabir (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:

When we ascended (a height) we would proclaim:

اللهُ أكبَر 

Allahu Akbar   (Allah is Greatest)

and when we descended ( from the height ) we would proclaim:

سُبْحَانَ ٱللَّٰهِ

Subhan Allah (Allah is free from imperfection)

[Al-Bukhari] (Riyad as-Salihin 975)

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:

A man said: “O Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), I intend to set out on a journey, so counsel me.” He (ﷺ) said, “Fear Allah, and ascending towards the raised ground, you should recite: “ Allahu Akbar     اللهُ أكبَر  (Allah is Greatest).” When the man turned away, he (ﷺ) said, “O Allah! Shorten the distance for him and make the journey easy for him.” Tirmidhi (Riyad as-Salihin 978)

Supplication of the resident for the traveller

أَسْتَوْدِعُ اللهَ دِينَكَ وَأَمَانَـتَكَ ، وَخَوَاتِيمَ عَمَلِكَ

Astawdi`ullāha dīnak, wa amānatak, wa khawātīma `amalik.

Translation 

“ I leave your religion in the care of Allah, as well as your safety, and the last of your deeds. “

(Hisn al-Muslim 212)

Conclusion 

Traveling’s a trip, right? New places, new faces…but it can be scary too. Muslims say duas before setting off. It’s about asking Allah to watch over us, and help things go smoothly. Kinda like a pep talk from God, you know? Doesn’t matter if you’re flying or driving, it’s something Muslims have done forever. Makes you feel less alone out there. Also, read duas for waking up and sleeping.

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Salatul Qasr – The Traveler’s Prayer or Salatul Musafir | How to Pray

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Introduction About Salatul Qasr

Traveling can be an exciting experience, but it often disrupts our daily routines, including religious practices. For Muslims, one essential aspect of their faith is the performance of daily prayers, known as Salat. However, during a journey, the conventional method of prayer can be modified to accommodate the challenges of being on the road. In this article,  Qiratul Quran  will explore the concept of “Salatul Qasr” or “Salatul Musafir,” commonly referred to as the Traveler’s Prayer, and understand how to pray during travel while upholding the principles of Islam.

What Does Allah سبحانه وتعالى Says in the Quran

وَإِذَا ضَرَبْتُمْ فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ فَلَيْسَ عَلَيْكُمْ جُنَاحٌ أَن تَقْصُرُوا۟ مِنَ ٱلصَّلَوٰةِ إِنْ خِفْتُمْ أَن يَفْتِنَكُمُ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوٓا۟ ۚ إِنَّ ٱلْكَـٰفِرِينَ كَانُوا۟ لَكُمْ عَدُوًّۭا مُّبِينًۭا

Translation: When you travel through the land, it is permissible for you to shorten the prayer˹especially˺ if you fear an attack by the disbelievers. Indeed, the disbelievers are your sworn enemies. (Quran Al- Nisa, V: 101)

1. Understanding Salat in Islam

Before delving into the Traveler’s Prayer, it’s essential to grasp the significance of Salat in Islam. Salat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and holds a central place in the life of a devout Muslim. It is a physical and spiritual act of worship, serving as a direct connection between the worshipper and Allah.

2. Who Qualifies as a Traveler?

To be eligible to perform the Traveler’s Prayer, one must meet certain criteria to be classified as a traveler in Islamic tradition. Generally, a traveler is someone who embarks on a journey covering a certain distance away from their hometown.

2.1 The Distance Requirement

Islamic scholars differ on the exact distance that qualifies a person as a traveler. Some consider it to be 48 miles (77 km), while others extend it to approximately 50 miles (80 km). It’s essential to consult with a knowledgeable scholar to determine the specific distance based on the prevailing opinions.

2.2 The Intention of Travel

Additionally, the intention behind the journey is crucial. If the purpose of the travel is legitimate, such as for work, education, or business, the person may be classified as a traveler.

3. The Rulings of Salatul Qasr

Salatul Qasr is a concession provided in Islam to ease the burden of prayer during travel. Instead of performing the regular four-unit (Rak’ah) prayers, a traveler shortens them to two units.

3.1 Shortening Four-Unit Prayers

The prayers that are typically shortened during travel include Dhuhr (noon prayer), Asr (afternoon prayer), and Isha (evening prayer). Maghrib (sunset prayer) and Fajr (dawn prayer) remain unaffected and are performed in full.

3.2 Combining Prayers

In addition to shortening prayers, a traveler has the option to combine Dhuhr with Asr and Maghrib with Isha. This flexibility is granted to make it more convenient for the traveler.

4. How to Perform Salatul Qasr

Performing Salatul Qasr follows a similar pattern to regular prayers, but with a few adjustments:

4.1 Intention

Begin by making the intention in your heart that you are performing the shortened prayer as a traveler.

4.2 Takbir al-Ihram

Initiate the prayer by raising your hands and saying “Allahu Akbar” (Allah is the Greatest) to enter the state of prayer.

4.3 Al-Fatihah and Surah

Recite Al-Fatihah, the opening chapter of the Quran, followed by a short portion of any other chapter (Surah) in each Rak’ah.

4.4 Ruk’ah and Sujood

Perform the bowing (Ruk’ah) and prostration (Sujood) as you would in regular prayers.

4.5 Tashahhud and Salam

Complete the prayer with the Tashahhud (testimony of faith) and the Salam (greeting of peace) on both sides.

5. The Benefits of Salatul Qasr

The Traveler’s Prayer is a mercy granted to Muslims to ease their religious duties while traveling. It offers several benefits:

5.1 Facilitating Religious Observance

By shortening and combining prayers, a traveler can fulfill their religious obligations with ease, even while on a journey.

5.2 A Sense of Community

Performing Salatul Qasr is a reminder of the universality of Islam. It brings Muslims from diverse backgrounds together, praying side by side in mosques and prayer spaces during their travels.

Salatul Qasr, also known as Salatul Musafir or the Traveler’s Prayer, is a valuable concession provided in Islam to make religious observance feasible for travelers. By shortening and combining certain prayers, Muslims can maintain their spiritual connection while journeying to distant lands. Embracing the flexibility and wisdom of Salatul Qasr can enhance the travel experience for Muslim travelers worldwide.

1. Can a traveler choose not to perform Salatul Qasr?

Yes, Salatul Qasr is a concession, and a traveler has the option to perform the full prayers if they prefer.

2. Is Salatul Qasr obligatory for all travelers?

No, Salatul Qasr is a recommended option but not mandatory. If a traveler chooses to perform the regular prayers, it is entirely acceptable.

3. Are there any specific times when Salatul Qasr should be performed?

Salatul Qasr can be performed at any time within the duration of the respective prayer times.

4. What if a traveler returns home before completing the journey?

If a traveler returns home before completing the journey’s distance, they would no longer be considered a traveler and should resume performing regular prayers.

5. Can a woman perform Salatul Qasr during her menstrual period?

Women in their menstrual period or postnatal bleeding are exempt from performing regular prayers, including Salatul Qasr. They can resume prayers after their period ends and they perform the ritual purification (Ghusl).

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Traveler's Dua - Invocation in Islam: Guided Prayers for Safe Journeys

In Islam, every act in our daily life can be an opportunity to draw closer to Allah, the Almighty. Traveling, whether short or long, is one of these special times when believers are encouraged to recite specific prayers for safety, guidance, and a peaceful return.

In this post, we’ll delve into the significance of the traveler’s invocation through teachings from the Quran and the authentic hadiths of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). We will also provide examples of invocations in Arabic, along with their transliteration and English translation.

Seeking Divine Protection for the Journey

Traveling, be it for business, leisure, or pilgrimage, poses challenges and uncertainties. Hence, Islam urges believers to seek Allah’s protection and guidance before and during their journey. The Quran states: “And when you have completed your rites of pilgrimage, invoke Allah as you invoke your forefathers, or even more fervently.” (Quran, Al-Baqara, verse 200) This verse emphasizes the importance of invocation during pilgrimage but can be applied to other journeys as well.

The Power of the Traveler’s Invocation

Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) highlighted the significance of the traveler’s prayer, saying: “Three prayers are not rejected: the prayer of a father, the prayer of a fasting person, and the prayer of a traveler.” (Jami’ at-Tirmidhi) This implies that when traveling, your prayers hold particular significance and are more likely to be granted.

Invocation - Dua Examples in Arabic, Transliteration, and Translation:

Prayer for departure:.

“بسم الله توكلت على الله ولا حول ولا قوة إلا بالله”

Transliteration : “Bismillah, tawakkaltu ‘ala Allah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.”

Translation : “In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, and there’s no might nor power except with Allah.”

Prayer for Safety:

“اللهم هون علينا سفرنا هذا واطو عنا بعده”

Transliteration : “Allahumma hawwin ‘alayna safarana hadha wa tawwi ‘anna bu’dahu.”

Translation : “O Allah, ease our journey and shorten its distance for us.”

Prayer for Safe Return:

« سبحان الذي سخر لنا هذا وما كنا له مقرنين وإنا إلى ربِّنا لمُنْقَلِبُونَ، اللهمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا البِرَّ وَ التَّقْوَى، وَ مِنَ العَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى، اللهمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَ اطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ، اللهمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَ الخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ، اللهمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَ كآبَةِ المَنْظَرِ وَ سُوءِ المُنْقَلَبِ فِي المَالِ وَ الأَهْلِ. »

Transliteration : “.Subhan alladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin wa inna ila rabbina lamunqalibun. Allahumma inni nas’aluka fi safarina hadha al-birra wa at-taqwa, wa min al-‘amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin ‘alayna safarana hadha wa atwi ‘anna bu’dahu. Allahumma anta as-sahibu fi as-safar, wa al-khalifatu fi al-ahli. Allahumma inni a’udhu bika min wa’thais-safar, wa ka’bati al-manzari wa su’i al-munqalabi fi al-mali wa al-ahli.”

Translation: “Glory to He who has subjected this to our service, for we could not have done it. To our Lord, we shall return. O Allah, we ask for righteousness and piety in this journey and acts that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us and shorten its distance. You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor over the family. I seek refuge with You from the hardships of travel, bad sights, and harm to wealth and family upon return. When returning, one should add, ‘We return, repent, worship, and praise our Lord.'”

This invocation – Dua serves as a comforting source for travelers, assisting them in seeking divine protection, safety, and ease throughout their journey and upon their return home. May each journey be blessed and safe, and may Allah heed the sincere prayers of travelers.

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Salah During Travel (Qasr)

Praying 5 times a day is an obligation upon Muslims. However, Allah has allowed His servants to shorten their Salah during travel.

1- Why Should We Follow Qasr Salah During Travel?

The Messenger of Allah (S.A.W.) said, 

“Verily, Allah loves for you to take His concessions , just as he dislikes you to be disobedient.” (Musnad Ahmad: 5832)

The shortening of prayers is mentioned in the Quran and is a confirmed Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.): 

“And when you travel throughout the land, there is no blame upon you for the shortening Prayer” (Quran 4:101, An-Nasai: 457)

Hence, for travelers, it is permissible to shorten those Prayers that consist of 4 Rakat to only 2 Rakat (i.e. only Fardh Prayer of Dhuhr, Asr & Isha Salah).

2- Opinion of Different Fiqh:

According to Imam Shafii (R.A.) and Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal (R.A.), Reduction in the Prayer is not obligatory but merely optional. However, it is better to shorten it.

Imam Abu Hanifah (R.A.) considers ‘Reduction in Prayer'’ as obligatory (Wajib) during travel .

3- Conditions for Qasr:

Travelling Distance

According to Imam Abu Hanifa, the minimum required distance for a person to be considered a traveler is when he or she intends to travel for 48 miles (80 kilometers approx) from his/her Waṭan-e-Aṣli (Original Hometown).

Imam Shafi'i, Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal and Imam Malik fixed this distance at 55 miles approx (88 km approx).

Shortening of the prayers commences once a person leaves the city limits and ceases when they re-enter the city limits.

Period/Time

There is considerable scholarly disagreement on this matter from three days to four and to fifteen days.

Traveler-status is the intention to stay at the place of arrival for a period of:

Less than Fifteen (15) days [Hanafi]

Less than Four (4) days [Hanbali, Maliki and Shafii] - (Days of arrival and departure are not included)

4- How to do Taqseer (shortening of Prayers):

During travel, only Salah with 4 Rakat Fardh is to be shortened, i.e. Dhuhr, Asr & Isha. Travelers should offer 2 Rakat instead of 4 Rakat of the mentioned Salahs.

However, 2 Rakat Fardh of Fajr and 3 Rakat of Maghrib Salah must be offered in full as you cannot cut 2 or 3 Rakat Fardh Salah in half.

When on a journey, the Prophet (S.A.W.) used to offer, without fail, 2 Sunnah Rakat of Fajr Prayer and 3 Rakat Witr with Isha Prayer . So these two should be offered even during traveling. 

Remember that these rules are only for a person who is traveling and offering individual Salah. If the traveler is praying in congregation then he must follow the Imam and offer the full Salah.

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7 Duas for Travelling (with Translation)

Travelling is required for many things and Islam has not left its followers without guidance in this area. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) taught many duas and supplications to pray and take benefit from for travelling. These can be frequently used which we should try and read every time we travel outside the home.

The supplications are to be read at certain times during a journey, based on time, location and circumstance. These comprehensive duas will help you from the moment you leave your home to the time you return.

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1. Dua for travelling in any vehicle

اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفْرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى ، وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى ، اللَّهُمَّ هَوَّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفْرِنَا هَذَا وَاطْوَعَّنَّا بَعْدهُ ، اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ المُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالأَهْلِ + آيِبُونَ تَائْبُونَ عَابِدُونَ لِرَبِّنَا حَامِدُونَ

Translation of dua

Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest, How perfect He is, The One Who has placed this (transport) at our service, and we ourselves would not have been capable of that, and to our Lord is our final destiny. Oh Allah, we ask You for birr and taqwa in this journey of ours, and we ask You for deeds which please You. O Allah, facilitate our journey and let us cover its distance quickly.

Oh Allah, You are The Companion on the journey and The Successor over the family, O Allah, I take refuge with You from the difficulties of travel, from having a change of hearts and being in a bad predicament, and I take refuge in You from an ill fated outcome with wealth and family. [upon returning the same supplication is recited with the following addition] (We return, repent, worship and praise our Lord.)

2. Dua when starting travel

بِسْـمِ اللهِ وَالْحَمْـدُ لله، سُـبْحانَ الّذي سَخَّـرَ لَنا هذا وَما كُنّا لَهُ مُقْـرِنين، وَإِنّا إِلى رَبِّنا لَمُنـقَلِبون، الحَمْـدُ لله، الحَمْـدُ لله، الحَمْـدُ لله، اللهُ أكْـبَر، اللهُ أكْـبَر، اللهُ أكْـبَر، سُـبْحانَكَ اللّهُـمَّ إِنّي ظَلَـمْتُ نَفْسي فَاغْـفِرْ لي، فَإِنَّهُ لا يَغْفِـرُ الذُّنوبَ إِلاّ أَنْـت

In the name of Allah and all praise is for Allah. How perfect He is, the One Who has placed this (transport) at our service and we ourselves would not have been capable of that, and to our Lord is our final destiny. All praise is for Allah, All praise is for Allah, All praise is for Allah, Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest. How perfect You are, O Allah, verily I have wronged my soul, so forgive me, for surely none can forgive sins except You.

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3. Dua when travelling – as dawn approaches

سَمِـعَ سـامِعُ بِحَمْـدِ اللهِ وَحُسْـنِ بَلائِـهِ عَلَيْـنا. رَبَّنـا صـاحِبْـنا وَأَفْـضِل عَلَيْـنا عائِذاً باللهِ مِنَ النّـار

May a witness, be witness to our praise of Allah for His favours and bounties upon us. Our Lord, protect us, show favour on us and deliver us from every evil. I take refuge in Allah from the fire.

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4. Dua upon entering a town

أللّـهُمَّ رَبَّ السَّـمواتِ السّـبْعِ وَما أَظْلَلَـن، وَرَبَّ الأَراضيـنَ السّـبْعِ وَما أقْلَلْـن، وَرَبَّ الشَّيـاطينِ وَما أَضْلَلْـن، وَرَبَّ الرِّياحِ وَما ذَرَيْـن، أَسْـأَلُـكَ خَيْـرَ هذهِ الْقَـرْيَةِ وَخَيْـرَ أَهْلِـها، وَخَيْـرَ ما فيها، وَأَعـوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَـرِّها وَشَـرِّ أَهْلِـها، وَشَـرِّ ما فيها

O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and all that they envelop, Lord of the seven earths and all that they carry, Lord of the devils and all whom they misguide, Lord of the winds and all whom they whisk away. I ask You for the goodness of this village, the goodness of its inhabitants and for all the goodness found within it and I take refuge with You from the evil of this village, the evil of its inhabitants and from all the evil found within it.

5. Stopping or lodging when travelling

أَعـوذُ بِكَلِـماتِ اللّهِ التّـامّاتِ مِنْ شَـرِّ ما خَلَـق

I take refuge in Allah’s perfect words from the evil that He has created.

6. Dua of the traveller for the resident

أَسْتَـوْدِعُكُـمُ اللَّهَ الَّذي لا تَضـيعُ وَدائِعُـه

I place you in the trust of Allah, whose trust is never misplaced.

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7. When returning from travel

اللهُ أَكْـبَر،اللهُ أَكْـبَر، اللهُ أَكْـبَ لا إلهَ إلاّ اللّهُ وَحْـدَهُ لا شريكَ لهُ، لهُ الملكُ ولهُ الحَمْد، وهُوَ على كُلّ شَيءٍ قَـدير، آيِبـونَ تائِبـونَ عابِـدونَ لِرَبِّـنا حـامِـدون، صَدَقَ اللهُ وَعْـدَه، وَنَصَـرَ عَبْـدَه، وَهَزَمَ الأَحْـزابَ وَحْـدَه

Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest. None has the right to be worshipped except Allah, alone, without partner. To Him belongs all sovereignty and praise, and He is over all things omnipotent. We return, repent, worship and praise our Lord. Allah fulfilled His promise, aided His Servant, and single-handedly defeated the allies.

Summary on Duas for Travelling

Try to memorize these amazing supplications and duas for travelling by heart and teach it to your family and friends. These prayers can be recited on a ship, plane, car or animal. Insha’Allah it will keep you safe on journeys and Allah will send down His mercy and blessings upon you.

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Five Powerful Duas and Prayers for Traveling

Last updated on November 17th, 2021 at 08:40 am

Have you ever found yourself on the plane ready to take off, but unable to find your booklet of prayers for traveling? Often we find ourselves without access to these special duas or prayers when we need them the most. In our opinion, memorizing duas is the best solution.

One of the beautiful things about Islam is that there is a prayer for our normal daily activities and even prayers for traveling abroad .  When we embark on a journey, we should recite a prayer to Allah and remember Him. It brings us closer to Allah and also saves us from any untoward incident that may take place on our journey.

As per Islamic teachings, reciting a dua not only brings Allah’s protection; it also mobilizes angels to protect us during our journey and bring us safely back home to our loved ones.

Below are the five common duas that Muslims recite before journeys, complete with Arabic verse, dua transliteration, source, and explanation.

1. Prayer for Safety When Embarking on Travel

• Arabic Verse: وَقُل رَّبِّ أَنزِلْنِى مُنزَلًا مُّبَارَكًا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ ٱلْمُنزِلِينَ
• Dua Transliteration: Rabbi anzilni munzalan mubarokan wa anta khairul munzilin
• English Translation: My Lord, let me land at a blessed landing-place, and You are the best to accommodate [us].
• Source: Surah Al Muminun ayat 29

When embarking on travel, this dua is recited to protect oneself from any mishap and to ensure a safe landing. When you recite this dua, you will feel calmer and less anxious about your upcoming trip.

It is always helpful to start a journey by remembering Allah. This prayer is useful to keep with you whenever you are packing for your trip so that you can easily recite it once you leave your home or on the plane.

This prayer asks Allah to protect us when traveling abroad . It also helps us proclaim our faith and affirm the fact that there is no one that can protect us except Allah.

2. Prayer for Safety During the Trip

• Arabic Verse: سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ
• Dua Transliteration: Subhana-alladhi sakh-khara la-na hadha wa ma kunna la-hu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbi-na la munqalibun.
• English Translation: Glory unto Him Who created this transportation, for us, though we were unable to create it on our own. And unto our Lord, we shall return.
• Source: Surah Az-Zukhruf 43:13-14

This excerpt from Surah Az-Zukhruf is a masnoon prayer that thanks Allah for providing us with the means of transportation to make our journey. This dua is short and can be easily memorized so that it becomes a habit to recite it when on a journey.

The Holy Prophet (ﷺ) recited this Surah as dua when he would mount an animal for traveling . He would say Bismillah and then recite this prayer for travel safety . We may be traveling by car, plane, train, or boat; whatever the means of transportation is, it is always important to remember Allah during our journey.

3. Prayer for Traveling to a New Place

• Arabic Verse: وَقُل رَّبِّ أَدۡخِلۡنِى مُدۡخَلَ صِدۡقٍ۬ وَأَخۡرِجۡنِى مُخۡرَجَ صِدۡقٍ۬ وَٱجۡعَل لِّى مِن لَّدُنكَ سُلۡطَـٰنً۬ا نَّصِيرً۬ا
• Dua Transliteration: Wa-qul Rabbi Adkhilnee Mudkhala S’idqiw Wa Akhrijnee Mukhraja S’diqiw Waj-a’l Lee Mil Ladunkaa Sult’aanan Nas’eeraa
• English Translation: O Lord, cause me to enter a goodly entrance and cause me to go out a goodly exit, and grant me from you an authority to assist (me).
• Source: Sura Al-‘Isra 17:80

The prophet (ﷺ) was in Makkah and had to emigrate to Madinah when Allah revealed this verse. The Holy Prophet (ﷺ) was being attacked by individuals in Makkah and was preparing to enter a new place.

This verse asks for Allah’s protection when taking a big decision and traveling to a new place. This decision could be anything from moving to a new city to even moving to a new home. In this prayer, we are asking Allah to bless our entrance and exit. We are looking for His assistance and blessing while we take this decision.

4. Prayer upon Reaching Destination Safely

• Arabic Verse: وَقَالَ ارْكَبُواْ فِيهَا بِسْمِ اللّهِ مَجْرَاهَا وَمُرْسَاهَا إِنَّ رَبِّي لَغَفُورٌ رَّحِيمٌ
• Dua Transliteration: Va kealarkaboo feehea bismilleahi macreahea va murseahea, inna raabbee la gaafoorun raaheem
• English Translation: Embark there in! In the name of Allah be its course or its mooring. Lo! My Lord is Forgiving and Merciful!
• Source: Surah Al-Hud – 11:41

This verse is from Sura Hud, which relays the trials and tribulations of Prophet Noah allehisalam. Prophet Noah was commanded by Allah to create a ship and load it with two creatures (male and female) of every living thing that had a soul.

When the command came to leave on the ship, a strong storm came that brought heavy rainfall. This verse was then revealed at that time and means that the moving course and resting (anchorage) of the ship will be all in Allah’s hands.

This is a specific verse in the Surah and is often used when someone reaches their destination safely. It is a small and short prayer that can be memorized easily when traveling abroad and after you have reached your destination.

5. Prayer Upon Returning Home

• Arabic Verse: آيِبُونَ تَائِبُونَ عابِدُونَ ساجِدُونَ لِرَبِّنَا حَامِدُونَ  
• Dua Transliteration: Ayibun, ta’ibun, ‘abidun, sajidun, lirabbina hamidun
• English Translation: We return, repentant, worshipping, prostrating, and praising our Lord.
• Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 3084

This short prayer for travel safety is part of a longer verse that the Holy Prophet would recite upon returning from his journeys. After he came back from a journey, he would say Allah u Akbar three times and then recite this dua.

It is important not to forget Allah once we have returned safely to our homes. Often we only remember Allah when we are starting our journey or when we are in the process of traveling. But we should be grateful to Allah once we return safe and sound.

This dua only has a few words and can be easily learned by heart so that you can recite it quickly once you return home safely after traveling abroad.

Now You Know the 5 Powerful Duas and Prayers for Traveling

We can see that all of the prayers for traveling safety are not very long and can be remembered very easily. One should understand that when you are traveling, you are putting yourself in the trust of Allah and his powers.

Only Allah can decide what our fate is, but by saying prayers before we start our journey, during the journey, and when we reach home, we are affirming the fact that we believe in Allah’s power to protect us from harm.

If you want to learn about more authentic duas, read: What is the Dua you say before sleeping?

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Shortening and Combining Prayers While Travelling (Qasr Salat)

Posted by Ahmed Abdulla | Prayer

In this article we will cover the topic which confuses many Muslims known as Qasr Salat (Salat during travel). People often ask, what is the ruling on shortening the Salah when travelling? What are the conditions and how many rakats should I pray? What if I am gone for an extended period of time, how long can I offer the shortened prayer for?

It is certainly acceptable that the salah, specifically the fardh rakats of Zuhr, Asr, and Isha are reduced from four rakats to two rakats. The shortening of prayers is mentioned both in the Quran and is a confirmed Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

In Surah An Nisa , ayah 101 it says,

وَإِذَا ضَرَبْتُمْ فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ فَلَيْسَ عَلَيْكُمْ جُنَاحٌ أَن تَقْصُرُوا۟ مِنَ ٱلصَّلَوٰةِ إِنْ خِفْتُمْ أَن يَفْتِنَكُمُ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوٓا۟ ۚ إِنَّ ٱلْكَٰفِرِينَ كَانُوا۟ لَكُمْ عَدُوًّا مُّبِينًا Transliteration : Wa izaa darabtum fil ardi falaisa ‘alaikum junaahun an taqsuroo minas Salaati in khiftum ai yaftinakumul lazeena kafarooo; innal kaafireena kaanoo lakum aduwwam mubeenaa Translation : And when you travel throughout the land, there is no blame upon you for shortening the prayer, if you fear that those who disbelieve may disrupt [or attack] you. Indeed, the disbelievers are ever to you a clear enemy.

The Hanafi view is since there’s evidence that Rasulullah always prayed Qasr Salat while travelling it is considered Sunnah al-mu’akkadah. [1,2,3] There is no mention of him ever praying in full while travelling. Sunnah Mu’akkadah is the sunnah which should be followed, a person who abandons them is considered blameworthy.

If you read the ayat in Surah An-Nisa you may believe that it made reference to shortening the salat only when travelling and there is a threat or danger to your life which is why it would be permissible for you to curtail your worship. But what if you travel and there’s no danger?

This question was asked of Prophet Muhammad and he responded, “This is a favor from Allah (SWT) to you, so accept His favor.” [4]

How Far Does One Have To Travel To Pray Shortened Prayer?

There is no hadith or mention in the Quran on how far one must travel that specifies the need for Qasr Salat. The jurists argue, the minimum required distance should approximately 55 miles (around 88.7km). This is around four burud (an antiquated unit of distance representing two days of travel with a Camel).

The shortening of the prayer can also commence once he has left his village or city.

How Many Days Can You Offer the Shortened Salah?

There is a difference of opinion as to how many days you can pray the shortened salah as this is not specified in the hadith. According to the Hanafi Fiqh, it’s permissible for a Muslim to pray shortened prayer if he plans to stay less than 15 days. Beyond 15 days he is believed to be a resident and should offer the regular fardh rakats.

If he planned on staying less than 15 days but due to some unforeseen circumstance, for example delays or flight cancellations, he should keep Qasr salat as long as conditions haven’t changed and he is not able to return home. This can last days, weeks or even years as long as it is out of the traveller’s control.

Praying In Congregation

It is still recommended that the traveller should pray in congregation. If he attends a local masjid he must follow the imam and offer the full salat. If he is elected to lead the congregation with local residents he can offer the shortened prayer but should advise the followers so they make the proper niyyah that they will be offering the shortened prayer with the Imam.

On Combining the Prayers

Most jurists are in agreement that the person travelling can combine the prayers. Specificially, Zuhr and Asr can be combined and Maghrib and Isha can be combined.  [5,6]

There are two options when combining the prayers, you can either advance Asr and pray at the time of Zuhr or pray Zuhr delayed at the time of Asr. Same for Maghrib and Isha. The only prayer you can not combine if Fajr with Zuhr or Isha with Fajr.

References:

[1] It was narrated that ‘Umar said: “The prayer while traveling is two Rak’ah, and Friday is two Rak’ah, and ‘Eid is two Rak’ah. They are complete and are not shortened, as told by Muhammad (ﷺ).” Sunan Ibn Majah Grade: Sahih (Darussalam)

[2] Narrated Anas: We stayed (in Mecca) for ten days along with the Prophet (ﷺ) and used to offer shortened prayers (i.e. journey prayers). Sahih Al-Bukhari

[3] Narrated Ibn Abbas: The Prophet (ﷺ) once stayed for nineteen days and prayed shortened prayers. So when we travel led (and stayed) for nineteen days, we used to shorten the prayer but if we traveled (and stayed) for a longer period we used to offer the full prayer. Sahih Al-Bukhari

[4] It was narrated that Ya’la bin Umayyah said: “I said to ‘Umar bin Al-Khattab: ‘There is no sin on you if you shorten salah and if you fear that the disbelievers may put you in trial (attack you). But now the people are safe.’ ‘Umar said: ‘I wondered the same thing, so I asked the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) about that and he said: This is a favor from Allah (SWT) to you, so accept His favor.” Grade: Sahih (Darussalam) Sunan an-Nasa’i

[5] It was narrated from Ibn ‘Umar that if the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was in a hurry to travel, he would combine Maghrib and ‘Isha’. Sunan An Nasai Grade: Sahih (Darussalam)

[6] It was narrated from Mu’adh bin Jabal that the Prophet (ﷺ) combined the Zuhr and ‘Asr, and the Maghrib and ‘Isha’ when traveling during the campaign of Tabuk. Sunan Ibn Majah Grade: Sahih (Darussalam)

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13 comments.

Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullah. The question i have is how many rak’ats are we to do when joining Zuhr and Asr or Maghrib and Isha? Are we to pray them as one single prayer or separate? Jazakallahu khairan.

No you should pray separate

Can I pray ( sitting position) while traveling.

Salam alikom! My question is a bit off topic but if I am on the train traveling home from school, and the distance is approxemetly 30-40 km. If at that moment I have to pray because of the time running out. Should I pray the sunnah or not? Jazakalla khairan

Aoa. If I visit my uncle in another city with my family for less than 15 days, then what is the ruling on qasr prayer? I mean I visit my uncle just to enjoy the holidays(like we do shopping, picnic and even go for medical check-up during these days). Should we offer qasr or complete prayer?

Salaam, I travel to work ~135 KM daily . Will the Qasr apply for prayers during the day?

If i stay in hotel more than one week or two weeks should i concerned my self in safar in this case i can pray less rakat

What if my zuhr asr time gets qaza Can I offer the same Jammu qasr after the time or should I pray zuhr and asr seperately?

Salaam. as far as i can gather, there is no clear cut answers from our experts. some say 10 days others 19 days out of your city. the last mentioned is more acceptable to me , but i am no expert. if you cannot stand in prayer then sit when travelling. If some one can be more specific in answering, some AL hadith WOULD SUFFICE. JazakAllahkir.

Assalaam Alaikum, Can I combine Isha with Fajr?

Hi, what about if someone got sick, is there a hadith talking about praying only 2 rakats instead of 4

Asalam alaykum warahmatullah wabarakatuh…. if travelling and you see that the dhuhr and asr prayers will be performed mid journey, is it advisable to pray the shortened prayer just after fajr salat before commencing the journey??? Jazakhallahu khair…

Salam alaikum, please I have two questions. 1. I traveled to a place and could not get a place to pray till I return back home .It’s a same day trip . When I get home will I pray all my salat in full or will it be shortened . 2. Is there a reward for praying kasar e.g I traveled to my friend’s place and planned to stay for 2 days. If I have to pray kasar is there a reward for that or can I choose to pray my salat in full .

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Praying while Traveling: How?

Wa`alykum As-Salaamu Warahmatullahi Wabarakaatuh.

In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.

All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.

In this fatwa:

There is general consensus among scholars that if a traveling person is determined to return as soon as his work is done and does not know when that will be, then he may continue to pray q asr  as long as he is on travel.

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In his response to the question you posed,  Sheikh Ahmad Kutty , a senior lecturer and an Islamic scholar at the Islamic Institute of Toronto , Ontario, Canada, states:

• There is general consensus among scholars that if a traveling person is determined to return as soon as his work is done and does not know when that will be, then he may continue to pray  q asr   as long as he is on travel.

If, however, a person decides to settle down in a city, the moment he does so, he ceases to be a traveler, and, therefore, he must pray full.

If, on the other hand, one is determined to stay only for a few days the number of which he knows precisely, then he should pray full, according to a great number of scholars, if his stay exceeds more than four days. The Hanafi School, however, puts the number of allowable days at fifteen, while a third group of scholars put it at eighteen.

The first view seems to be the safest view to follow, as it has been based on the Prophet’s practice. According to authentic reports, he stayed in Makkah for four days, and during his stay he prayed q asr ; he had already known in advance how many days he would be staying. He is reported to have prayed  qasr  for eighteen and twenty days on two different occasions, when, most likely, he had no idea as regards the number of days he would be staying.

Having said this, I should rush to state that if anyone follows the position of the Hanafi School, he should not be blamed for his action, for theirs is a  Fiqh – ruling based on acceptable practices of the  Salaf as-Salih  (pious predecessors). Since it is merely a question of differences of interpretation based on valid  Ijtihad  (creative exercise of reasoning), one should never make a big issue out of such differences of opinion among Imams.

• The most accurate way to count the number of days for a traveler is to consider oneself a traveler only after one has crossed the boundaries of his city of residence.

Thus, in case of people living in Toronto, if they are in a long distance journey, they will be considered travelers only after they have crossed the boundaries of GTA. The days of stay are calculated by excluding the day/days of going and returning.

• Yes, according to the vast majority of scholars and Imams, it is perfectly allowed for a traveler to combine Zhuhr  and  Asr   , and  Maghrib  and Isha.

This ruling (known as  Jam` ) is based on the authentic traditions which clearly state that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) had combined Zhuhr and Asr   as well as Maghrib   and  Isha  on a number of occasions while traveling.

According to the Hanafi School, however, combining prayers is allowed only during Hajj while performing the rite of standing in `Arafah . At other times, they allow only what is often termed as  Jam suwari  (a kind of combining): By this they mean to say that you are allowed, for instance, to delay  Zhuhr  and pray it at the last time of Zhuhr and then pray Asr   at the first time of Asr.

The majority view allowing combining of prayers as mentioned earlier has been considered to be the most authentic; it has been adopted later by many scholars belonging to  Hanafi  School as well.

• While combining prayers, you are allowed to make either  taqdim  (advancing) or  ta’khir  (delaying): In other words, you are allowed to advance the second prayer to the time of the first prayer.

Thus, if you are combining Zhuhr and Asr   , you can first pray Zhuhr, and then advance Asr   by praying immediately, or if you wish you can defer praying Zhuhr until the time of Asr and then pray Asr   afterwards. The same procedure applies to combining Maghrib and Isha as well. at the time of arrives, in which case, you will first pray.

An important word of caution concerning  Jam`  is that there is no combining of Fajr   with Zhuhr, or Asr with Maghrib, or Isha with Fajr.

It is also worth mentioning that while praying  qasr  during travel is highly recommended—some Imams such as Abu Hanifah even consider it as obligatory—during travel, praying Jam` is only allowed while one is actually traveling or pre-occupied with pressing circumstances. Jam` is rare, while  qasr  is common.

A final remark to be made is that if a person is aimlessly wandering, he is not considered a traveler and is, therefore, not allowed to make use of the allowances of qasr  and  Jam` .

Allah Almighty knows best.

Editor’s note: This fatwa is from Ask the Scholar’s archive and was originally published at an earlier date.

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• Prayer of a Traveler

By: Muhammad Mahmoud As-Sawwaf

Shortening Prayer is a concession and gift from Allah to the worshipers who fear Him and they must accept the gift.

Almighty Allah says:

Allah intends every facility for you: He does not want to put you to difficulties. ( Al-Baqarah 2:185)

Islam is the religion of ease. Allah does not impose discomfort upon anyone, nor does He make commands unless they are capable of being carried out. Because of the hardships which have to be endured during a journey, Allah has permitted that four rak`as (units of prayer) be reduced to two. Some of the sound hadiths hold that Prayer was originally prescribed as two rak`as , this number is increased up to four rak`as for the one who is settled, but shortened for the traveler.

Therefore, if you are traveling, shorten the Zhuhr (Noon) Prayer to two rak`as instead of four and likewise the `Asr (Afternoon) and `Isha’ (Night) Prayers. But the Maghrib (Sunset) and Fajr (Morning) Prayers remain as they are and are not shortened. As for the voluntary and supererogatory Prayers it is enough to perform only two rak`as before the Morning Prayer and the Prayer of Witr . Shortening Prayer is a concession and gift from Allah to the worshipers who fear Him and they must accept the gift, for Allah wants you to accept His concessions as He wants you to accept His prescribed laws. You are therefore required to shorten Prayer while traveling and this is the duty that should be observed.

There is no difference whether you are traveling by air, by car, by ship, by train, by camel, or on foot. All those forms are called traveling and in all of them Prayer is shortened without distinction as to the mode of travel. Shortening of Prayer lasts as long as the person is traveling. When he takes up residence in a country he should then complete Prayer with four rak`as , but there are various views as to what constitutes a period of residence during which Prayer is performed in full.

Imam As-Shafi`i said, “If he intends to stay in a place for four days, his journey ends with his arrival and the day of arrival and departure should not properly be reckoned (as part of the term of residence).”

Abu Hanifah said, “He continues to be a traveler unless he intends to stay in a town or village for fifteen days or more.” According to others, he may shorten Prayer all the time unless he decides to stay permanently.

During the war with the Hawazin , in the year of the conquest of Makkah , the Prophet (peace be upon him) shortened his Prayer for eighteen or nineteen days. If a man arrives at a town but does not intend to stay in it for any specific period saying, “I will leave tomorrow or the day after,” then delays his departure because it is not convenient to leave, his Prayer continues to be shortened even though this state of affairs continues for years. If a man returns to his own country from a journey, he performs Prayer in full even though he does not intend to stay there.

If a person should miss a Prayer during a journey he performs two rak`as in his residence. For example, if a person from Baghdad was in Egypt when the time for the Noon Prayer arrived but was unable to perform it because of his preoccupation with his journey, then boarded an airplane to Baghdad which he reached after the Afternoon Prayer, he would perform two rak`as for the Noon Prayer and four rak`as for the `Asr (Afternoon) Prayer. The reverse applies also, in that a person missing Prayer in his residence must perform four rak`as on his journey.

There are differing views as to what is the specific period of the journey on which the rules are determined. Some say it should be three days and nights by camel or on foot and others say differently. The opinion of the scholars of Hadith is that there is nothing which specifies the length of the journey during which the traveler shortens Prayer. One must refer to what is defined as a “journey” in language and in law. The Glorious Qur’an says:

When ye travel through the earth there is no blame on you if ye shorten your Prayers. ( An-Nisaa’ 4:101)

“Traveling through earth” holds true for every journey except going for a walk or a picnic during which Prayer is not shortened. Shu`bah related from Yahya ibn Al-Hina`i that the latter said, “I asked Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) about shortening the Prayer and he said: ‘If the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) went three miles or three parasangs, he used to perform the Prayer with two rak`as (Muslim)

The traveler may not shorten Prayer until he has left the town with its suburbs and gardens completely behind him. A traveler may perform the Prayer as the Imam of the residents where he is traveling in which case he performs two rak`as then says the Words of Peace, the residents completing the full Prayer by themselves. It is desirable that such an Imam should say to the residents, after saying the Words of Peace, “Complete your Prayer for I am a traveler.”

It is also permitted for a traveler to perform Prayer behind a resident, following his example. He may shorten Prayer or perform it in full as do the Imam and the congregation. It is better to perform Prayer in full for Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) was asked, “Why should the traveler perform two rak`as if he is alone and four if he is with the Imam ?” He answered “That is according to Sunnah . (Ahmad)

Ibn `Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) said, “If I am with the Imam I perform four rak`as . If I am praying alone, I perform two.” (Muslim)

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Source: Quoted with slight modifications from the author’s “The Muslim Prayer Book: Rules, Concepts & Merits.”

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Volume2, Page 109a: Shortening the prayers that consist of four rak'at

Allah says in the Qur'an: "And when you go forth in the land there isno sin upon you, if you shorten your prayer when you fear the disbelievers mayattack you." This concession is not limited to situations of danger.

Ya'la ibn Umaiyyah said: "I said to 'Umar ibn al-Khattab: 'Explain tome why the people shorten the salah when Allah says, 'And when you goforth...[the preceding verse] and those days are gone now!' 'Umar said: 'I wonderedabout that too and I mentioned that to the Prophet and he said: "This is acharity that Allah, the Exalted, has bestowed upon you, so accept Hischarity.'" This is related by the group.

At-Tabari records that Abu Munib al-Jarshi mentioned this verse to Ibn 'Umarand said: "We are safe now and are not in fear, should we, then, shortenthe salah'?" He answered him: "You have indeed in the Messenger ofAllah a beautiful pattern (of conduct)."

The issue was also referred to 'Aishah and she said: "The salah wasmade fard in Makkah in sets of two rak'at. When the Prophet sallallahu alehiwasallam came to Medinah, two rak'at were added to each salah except themaghrib salah because it is the witr of the daytime, and the dawn prayer due toits lengthy Qur'anic recital. But if one travels, he performs the originalprayer [i.e., only two rak'at]." This is related by Ahmad, alBaihaqi, IbnHibban, and Ibn Khuzaimah. Its narrators are trustworthy.

Ibn al-Qayyim says: "The Prophet would pray only two rak'at for thoseprayers which consisted of four, whenever he traveled until he returned toMedinah. And it is not confirmed that he ever prayed four rak'at [whiletraveling], and none of the imams differ on this point, although they do differabout the ruling of shortening the salah."

'Umar, 'Ali, Ibn Mas'ud, ibn 'Abbas, ibn 'Umar, Jabir and the Hanafischolars say that it is fard. The Maliki school holds that it is sunnahmu'akadah (the stressed one); it is even more emphasized than thecongregational salah. If the traveler cannot find another traveler to lead himin the salah, he may pray by himself as it is disliked that he should followone who is a resident [i.e., and pray four rak'at] according to the Malikischool. The Hanbali school holds that it is preferred for the person to shortenthe prayer rather than to pray the complete salah. The Shaf'i school has asimilar opinion, if the person has traveled a sufficient distance.

Volume2, Page 110: The distance one must travel before shortening one's prayer

The conclusion from the Qur'anic verse is that any traveling, be it long orshort, which falls within the linguistic definition of the word"travel" would suffice to shorten one's salah, to combine them and tobreak the fast. There is nothing in the sunnah which confines this general termto any particular meaning. Ibn al-Munzhir and others have mentioned more thantwenty reports on this point. Here we shall mention some of the more importantreports.

Ahmad, Muslim, Abu Dawud, and al-Baihaqi record that Yahya ibn Yazid said:"I asked Anas ibn Malik about shortening the prayer, and he said: 'TheMessenger of Allah would pray two rak'at if he had traveled a distance of threemiles or farsakh."' Ibn Hajar writes in Fath al-Bari: "This is themost authentic hadith which states and clarifies [that question]." Theconflict between mile and farsakh is made clear in Abu Sa'id al-Khudri'sstatement: "If the Prophet traveled a distance of one farsakh, he wouldshorten his prayer." This was related by Sa'id ibn Mansur in his Sunan andby al-Hafiz ibn Hajar in at-Talkhis, and he implicitly accepted it by notmaking any further comments about it. It is well-known that a farsakh equalsthree miles and, therefore, Abu Sa'id's hadith removes the confusion whicharises from Anas' hadith when he says that the shortest distance, due to whichthe Prophet shortened his prayer, was three miles. One farsakh is equivalent to5,541 meters while one mile equals 1,748 meters. The shortest distance whichhas been mentioned with respect to the shortening of salah is one mile. Thiswas recorded by Ibn abi Shaibah, with a sahih chain, on the authority of Ibn'Umar. Ibn Hazm follows this report, and argues that if the distance is lessthan one mile, one is not to shorten the salah, the Messenger of Allah went tothe graveyard of al-Baqi' to bury the dead and (similarly) he went off toanswer the call of nature and did not shorten his salah.

Concerning what some jurists say, namely, that the journey must be at leasttwo days long or as some say three days, Imam Abu al-Qasim alKharqi'srefutation of their opinion is sufficient for us. In al-Mughni he says: 'I donot find any proof for what those scholars say. The statements of the (sahabah)companions are contradictory, and they are not a (conclusive) proof if theydiffer. Something has been related from Ibn 'Umar and Ibn 'Abbas which differsfrom what these scholars use as proof. Even if that were not the case, theirstatements do not constitute a proof when a statement or action of the Prophethimself exists. Even if their statements were accepted, we would not be able tofollow the distance they mentioned due to the following two reasons. One, theydiffer from the sunnah that has been related from the Prophet and from theclear meaning of the Qur'an, as the clear meaning of the verse allows one toshorten one's salah if one makes any journey upon the earth. Allah says:"If you journey on the earth, there is no blame upon you if you shortenyour prayer." The condition of there being fear has been deleted as can beseen in the hadith we recorded from Ya'la ibn Umayyah, and what remains is theclear meaning of the verse which covers every type of journey. The Prophetsaid: "The traveler may wipe over his socks for a period of threedays." This shows the length of time that one may wipe over the socks andit cannot be used as a proof for the question we are discussing here. One couldargue that traveling is less than a three-day journey on the basis of thehadith: "It is not allowed for any woman who believes in Allah and thelast day to travel a journey of one day, save in the presence of a malerelative." Two, the question of the distance to be traveled is one thatmay only be answered by some sort of revelation from Allah, the Exalted [theQur' an or Sunnah]; it is not the type of issue which one may address on thebasis of personal reasoning, nor is there any way to derive an analogy. Theproofs which exist support the opinion that shortening the salah is permissiblefor every traveler, unless there is some consensus to the contrary."

Similar to that is the traveling by planes, trains, and so forth, or a tripthat is in obedience to Allah, the Exalted, or otherwise. If there is someonewhose occupation requires him to always be traveling, for instance, a pilot, aship captain, truck driver, and so on, then he is permitted to shorten hissalah or break his fast as he is truly traveling.

Volume2, Page 111: Whence one may shorten one's salah

The majority of the scholars are of the opinion that it is permissible toshorten one's salah when one leaves one's residence and is outside of one'scity, and that is a condition, and he is not to resume his regular salah untilhe reaches the first houses of his city.

Ibn al-Munzhir says: "I do not know of the Prophet shortening his salahduring any of his travels until after he had left Medinah."

Anas relates: "I prayed four rak'at at Zhul-Halifah." This isrelated by the group. Some of the early scholars say that if one makes theintention to travel, he may shorten his salah even if he is in his house.

Volume2, Page 112: When the traveler is to pray the complete salah

A traveler may shorten his salah as long as he is on a journey. Likewise ifhe stays in some place for business or some other affair, then he may shortenhis salah as long as he is there, even for years. If the person intends to stayin a place for a certain amount of time then, according to Ibn al-Qayyim, heremains a traveler, regardless of whether he plans to stay there for a long orshort time, as long as he does not plan to stay [i.e., reside and not return]in the place that he has traveled to. The scholars differ on this point.Summing up and giving his own opinion, Ibn al-Qayyim says: "The Messengerof Allah stayed in Tabuk for twenty days and during that time he shortened hissalah and he did not say that one may not shorten his salah if he stays longerthan that, although there is agreement that he did stay there for that periodof time."

In Sahih al-Bukhari, it is recorded that Ibn 'Abbas said: "The Prophetstayed, during some of his journeys, for nineteen day and he prayed only tworak'at. If we stayed in a place for nineteen days, we would not pray thecomplete salah. However, if we stayed longer than that, we would perform thewhole salah." Ahmad states that ibn 'Abbas was referring to the Prophet'sstay in Makkah at the time of its conquest when he said: "The Messenger ofAllah stayed in Makkah for eighteen days during the time of the conquest as hehad to go to Hunain and was not planning to stay there." This is hisinterpretation of Ibn 'Abbas' statement. Others say that Ibn 'Abbas wasreferring to the Prophet's stay in Tabuk as Jabir ibn 'Abdullah said: "TheMessenger of Allah stayed in Tabuk for twenty days and performed qasrsalah." Imam Ahmad related this in his Musnad. Al-Miswar ibn Makhramahreports: "We stayed with Sa'd in some of the cities of ash-Sham [Syria]for forty days, and Sa'd would perform qasr while we would offer the wholesalah." Naf'i relates: "Ibn 'Umar was in Azerbaijan for six months,as there was snow blocking the pass, and he would pray two rak'at." Hafsibn 'Ubaidullah says: "Anas ibn Malik stayed in ash-Sham for two years andhe prayed the salah of a traveler." Anas relates: "The companions ofthe Prophet stayed in Ram Hurmuz for seven months and they shortened theirsalah." Al-Hassan reports: "I stayed with 'Abdurrahman ibn Samurahfor two years in Kabul, and he shortened his salah but he did not combine thesalah." Ibrahim says: "We resided in Rai for a year or more and inSijistan for two years . . . [and we prayed qasr]. This is the guidance of theProphet and his companions, and this is the correct position.

Concerning other opinions which people follow Imam Ahmad say: "If aperson intends to stay for four days, he has to offer the whole salah and hemay offer qasr if his intention is for less than that. This is based on aninterpretation of the reports from the Prophet and his companions [i.e., theynever intended to stay for longer than that and would always say: 'We willleave tomorrow,' and so on]. This interpretation is obviously suspect. TheProphet conquered Makkah and stayed there to establish Islam, eradicatepolytheism, and to guide the Arabs. It definitely goes, without saying, thatsuch an objective does take more than a day or two to complete. Similarly, hisstay in Tabuk was in preparation for the impending war and he knew that thismight take longer than just four days. In the same way, Ibn 'Umar's stay inAzerbaijan for six months, and his praying qasr during the entire time was withthe knowledge that it takes more than two or three days for such snow to meltand the pass to become traversable. The same is the case with Anas' stay of twoyears in ash-Sham and his praying qasr and the companions' stay in Ram Hurmuzfor seven months while shortening their prayers. It is well known thatactivities like theirs, such as jihad and guarding, took more than fourdays." The followers of Ahmad maintain: "If one is staying in a placefor the purpose of jihad or due to imprisonment or sickness, then one mayshorten one's salah regardless of whether the person thinks that such asituation may last for a short time or a long time." This is correct butthere is no proof that such conditions have been stipulated in the Qur'an,Sunnah, ijma' (consensus), or practice of the Prophet's companions. They arguedthat such conditions are based on what is needed for the person to fulfill hisneed while remaining a traveler, and that is what is less than four days. Hisresponse to them was: 'From where do you derive those conditions, while theProphet sallallahu alehi wasallam stayed for more than four days, shorteninghis salah, in Makkah and Tabuk, and he did not mention to anyone anything aboutit and he never told them that he never intended to stay for more than fourdays, even though he knew that the people would [strictly] follow his actionsconcerning the salah. They surely followed him in his shortening of the salah,and he did not object to their praying qasr if they were to stay for more thanfour nights. This should be made clear as it is very important. Similarly, thecompanions (as-sahabah) followed him in that and he did not say anything [inobjection] to those who prayed with him."

Malik and ash-Shaf'i say: "If one intends to stay for more than fourdays, he should perform the whole salah, and if he intends to stay for lessthan that, he is to offer qasr."

Abu Hanifah holds: "If one intends to stay for fifteen days, he shoulddo the qasr. If he intends to stay for less than that, he should not shortenthe salah." This is also the opinion of al-Laith ibn Sa'd, and it has alsobeen related from three companions: 'Umar, ibn 'Umar, and Ibn 'Abbas.

Sa'id ibn al-Musayyab is of the opinion that: "If you stay for fourdays, you pray four rak'at." A statement similar to that of Abu Hanifah'shas also been related from him. 'Ali ibn Abi Talib says that if one stays forten days, he is to perform the whole salah, and the same has been related fromIbn ' Abbas .

Al-Hassan says: "One who does not get to his destination or (city ofresidence) may shorten salah."

'Aishah says: "One who does not put down his provision is to shortenthe salah."

The four imams agree that if one has some need to take care of and alwayshas the intention of leaving the next day, then he may shorten his salah for aslong as he is in that state. However, according to one statement of ash-Shaf'i,he may do so only for seventeen or eighteen days and he is not to shorten hissalah after that time. Ibn al-Munzhir states in his Ishraf: "The people ofknowledge are in agreement that a traveler may perform qasr as long as he doesnot intend to stay in a place, even though he stays there for years."

Volume2, Page 114: Nawafli during travel

The majority of the scholars are of the opinion that it is not disliked toperform nawafil during the state in which one is shortening his salah. On thispoint, there is no difference between regular sunnah prayers and other nawafl.

Al-Bukhari and Muslim record that the Prophet made the ghusl in the house ofUmm Hani on the day of the conquest of Makkah and then he prayed eight rak'at.

Ibn 'Umar reports that the Prophet prayed while riding in whatever directionhe was facing and nodding his head [i.e., for the movements of the salah].

Al-Hassan relates: "The companions of the Prophet while on a journeyperformed supererogatory prayers before and after the fard salah."

Ibn 'Umar and others are of the opinion that there are no nawafl, before orafter the fard salah, except for during the middle of the night. He saw somepeople praying after the salah and said: "If I were to pray, I would haveperformed the whole salah [as obviously that would have taken preference]. Onephew, I accompanied the Messenger of Allah [on joumeys] and he never prayedmore than two rak'at until Allah took his soul. And I accompanied Abu Bakr andhe did not pray more than two rak'at." He also mentioned the name of 'Umarand 'Uthman, then he recited the verse: "Ye have indeed in the messengerof Allah a beautiful pattern (of conduct)." This is related by al-Bukhari.

Ibn Qudamah combines what al-Hassan and what Ibn 'Umar say by concludingthat al-Hassan's report points to the fact that there is no harm in prayingnawafil while traveling, whereas Ibn 'Umar's report points to the fact thatthere is no harm in not praying such nawafil.

Volume2, Page 115: Traveling on a Friday

There is no harm in traveling on a Friday if it is not during the time ofthe salah.

'Umar heard a man say: "If today was not Friday, I would haveleft." 'Umar said: "Leave. Friday does not keep one fromtraveling."

Abu 'Ubaidah traveled on Friday and he did not wait for the salah.

Az-Zuhri wanted to travel before noon on Friday and the people mentionedsomething to him, and he said: "The Prophet traveled on Friday."  

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Home » Hanbali Fiqh » HanbaliDisciples.com » What are the exact conditions to combine and shorten your prayers when traveling? (Hanbali Fiqh)

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What are the exact conditions to combine and shorten your prayers when traveling? (Hanbali Fiqh)

It is permitted to combine Ẓuhr with ʿAṣr and Maghrib with ʿIshāʾ in either of their times. It is preferred to avoid it, except for the gatherings of ʿArafah and Muzdalifah, which is then recommended.

Combining can be done in the following eight cases: traveling the distance in which shortening is allowed; the ill who face difficulty if not combined; a wet-nurse due to difficulty from abundant filth; pseudo-menstruation etc.; anyone incapable of purifying themselves or making tayammum for every prayer; not knowing the time, e.g. the blind etc.; or due to some excuse or work which permits abandoning Friday and congregational prayers.

Combining between Maghrib and ʿIshāʾ is specifically permitted (even if prayed at home) due to snow, cold, ice, mud, strong cold wind, and rain which soaks the clothes, coupled with difficulty.

In regard to advancing or delaying, the best is that which is easiest. If they are equal, then delaying is preferred.

Sequence is an absolute prerequisite for combining. The following are prerequisites for combining during the time of the first prayer: the intention to combine before the iḥrām of the first; not separating the second (except with the equivalent of the iqāmah or a light wuḍūʿ), which would thus be invalided by an emphasized routine prayer between them; the presence of an excuse at the beginning of both and the first salām; its continuity (except when combining for rain etc.) until the completion of the second. Therefore, it is not invalidated if someone makes iḥrām for the first because of rain, which ceases and does not continue though it produces mud. If it does not, it is.

Additionally, if travel concludes with the first prayer, the combining and shortening are invalidated. It is, however, to be completed and is valid as an obligatory prayer. If travel is concluded during the second, they are invalid, but it is to be completed as a voluntary prayer.

The only prerequisites to combine in the second’s time are to have the intention from the first’s time (so long as there is still time to make it) and the presence of the excuse at the time of the second.

It is not a prerequisite of validity to have only one Imām. It is, therefore, valid if the follower prays: both behind two Imāms; behind someone not combining; one alone and the other in congregation; leading one in the first and another in the second; or with someone not combining.

More on shortening can be viewed HERE .

More on combining between prayers can be found HERE and HERE .

Source: Bidayat al-Abid

This answer was collected from HanbaliDisciples.com. The questions have been answered by Imam John Starling.

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Ruling on Shortening Prayers when Travelling

Publication : 10-08-2008

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Is it permissible for a person to pray sometimes as resident, i.e. as if he is at home, not shortening or joining of prayers; and to shorten and join prayers together at other times? Or should he be obliged with one opinion only?

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Praise be to Allah.

Ruling on shortening prayers when travelling 

With regard to shortening prayers when travelling , this is a confirmed Sunnah which should not be forsaken. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) shortened prayers during all his journeys, and it is not proven that he offered the prayers in full whilst travelling. 

But praying in congregation is obligatory for the traveller just as it is obligatory for the non-traveller, and he should not forsake the congregation in order to shorten his prayer, rather he should pray with the congregation, and if the Imam offers the prayer in full, then he should offer the prayer in full behind him. 

With regard to the traveller joining two prayers , this is permissible, but it is better not to join them unless there is some difficulty in offering each prayer at its own time. 

Based on that, the ruling on shortening and joining prayers for the traveller is not one and the same. Shortening the prayers is a confirmed Sunnah for all travellers, whereas joining the prayers is permissible but is not Sunnah, but it may be Sunnah and recommended if there is some difficulty involved in not doing it.  

In the Sunnah, this is indicated by the fact that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) shortened his prayers on all his journeys, which indicates that the Sunnah for the traveller is to shorten his prayers . As for joining prayers , it is proven that he (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) joined prayers when travelling, and it is also proven that he did not join prayers, which indicates that joining prayers is not a recommended Sunnah for all travellers. 

To sum up, the traveller does not have the choice between shortening or not shortening his prayers; rather it is confirmed that he should shorten his prayers, unless he is praying behind an Imam who is offering the prayer in full, in which case he should offer the prayer in full behind him. 

As for joining prayers, the traveller has the choice: he may join them or not join them, or he may join them sometimes and not at other times. It is permissible but is not recommended, but joining prayers is recommended for the traveller if he needs to do that. 

And Allah knows best.

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