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Is it permissible to shorten the prayer when performing it alone while traveling?

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If you travel from Jeddah to Yanbu, you are permitted to shorten the prayers (qasr) during the journey. However, if you intend to reside in Yanbu for a month, you are obligated to pray in full there, and you must perform the prayers with the congregation.

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