What is the ruling regarding my anxiety in prayer and sometimes leaving it due to my sick parent repeatedly calling me?
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It clarifies the ruling on interrupting prayer to answer one's parents. It is recommended to ask a sick father about his needs before commencing prayer. If there is an urgent plea from a parent that necessitates rescue, prayer must be interrupted, even if it is an obligatory prayer. It is mentioned that Allah looks at the hearts and deeds of His servants and does not let their rewards go to waste.
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