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What is the ruling of Islamic law regarding phone alerts during congregational prayer, despite the Imam's reminder to turn them off before the prayer begins?

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Previous fatwas have stated that it is disliked to carry anything that distracts a worshipper from attaining khushu' (devotion) in prayer. Worshippers should be mindful of this and advise their brethren who continue to practice it, as this cooperation is a form of cooperation in righteousness and piety.

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