Will the one who is deprived of the first row due to the I'tikaf of those performing I'tikaf be rewarded the same as one who prayed in it, despite their eagerness for the first row?
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Eagerness to pray in the first row is an indication of a person's desire for good, the strength of their faith, and their belief in what the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, informed about the abundant reward for those who pray in the front rows, especially during virtuous days and nights like , even though one should always be keen on this. Whoever comes early to the mosque will receive the reward for their early arrival, intention, and effort, even if they are unable to pray in the first row.
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