Looking at the place of sajdah when making takbeer
Question
When saying takbeer to begin salaah, does one fix his gaze to the place of sajdah, or look forward?
Answer
He should gaze at the place of sajdah.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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