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What is the ruling on swallowing phlegm during prayer, and does it invalidate the prayer? What is the ruling on swallowing a small amount of water remaining in the mouth after drinking during prayer?

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Swallowing phlegm invalidates prayer according to the Maliki and Shafi'i schools if it was possible to expel it. However, a small amount of saliva that flows with the spittle does not invalidate prayer if swallowed.

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