What is meant by saying that prayer is a physical exercise?
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Prayer is an obligatory act of worship to Allah. One of its wisdoms is that it is a physical exercise that strengthens and invigorates the body. Ibn Al-Qayyim also mentioned that prayer is an exercise for both the soul and the body, as it encompasses various movements and postures that stimulate the joints and internal organs, contributing to strengthening the body and alleviating pain.
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