What is the ruling regarding someone who forgot the 'Isha prayer, the Shafa' and the Witr until the break of dawn?
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Whoever forgets the 'Isha prayer or any other obligatory prayer must make it up immediately upon remembering it, for the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Whoever forgets a prayer, let him pray it when he remembers it." It is also recommended to make up the Shaf' and Witr prayers.
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