Can one repent after having abandoned prayer multiple times?
Allah Almighty has promised those who repent that He will accept their repentance and forgive their sins, no matter how great they are. Allah Almighty says: (Say, "O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.") The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: (Indeed, Allah extends His hand at night to accept the repentance of the one who sinned during the day, and He extends His hand during the day to accept the repentance of the one who sinned during the night, until the sun rises from its setting place.) Therefore, the door of repentance is open, and you must hasten to repent and seek forgiveness, while abandoning sins, feeling remorse, and having a sincere resolve not to return to them. You should also review the ruling on missed prayers.
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