Is it permissible to pray (Sunnah or obligatory) while the car is in motion?
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Prayer in a car is detailed as follows:
- Obligatory prayers: They are not valid in a car except in a state of extreme fear. If the worshiper fears missing the prayer time, or being separated from his companions, or harm to himself or his property, he may pray on his mount due to the sanctity of the time, but he must repeat the prayer.
- Voluntary prayers: They are valid in a car for a traveler, even if his journey is short. The worshiper should nod for bowing and prostration.
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