Is the Almighty’s saying: "And remember Allah during a number of days" obligatory or recommendatory, and if it is obligatory, what is its minimum and obligatory form, and is it specific to the pilgrim or does it include every Muslim?
The majority of scholars hold that the remembrance (dhikr) in the verse refers to the takbir (proclaiming "Allahu Akbar") for the pilgrim when stoning the jamarat, and for the pilgrim and others after the prescribed prayers. They differed regarding the beginning and end times of this takbir. The jurists of the various Islamic cities, the Companions, and the Successors are of the opinion that the takbir is for everyone, especially after the prayers, but they differed on its timing, presenting four different views. However, they are unanimous that the intended meaning is takbir for everyone, especially after the prayers. Some believe that the command for remembrance is specific to the pilgrim, while others believe it is general, applying to both pilgrims and non-pilgrims. The takbir is recommended according to the Malikis and obligatory according to the Hanafis. The types of remembrance included during these days are: takbir after the prescribed prayers, saying "Bismillah" and takbir when slaughtering a sacrifice, remembering Allah while eating and drinking, takbir when stoning the jamarat for those performing Hajj, and general remembrance of Allah. The required formula for remembrance is "Allahu Akbar."
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