Is it permissible to pray, whether standing or sitting, in a car for someone who works in the Special Forces or police due to long, dangerous patrols, as it is not possible to pray standing?
The obligatory prayer (fard) is not permissible while walking or in a car, because it must be performed with all its conditions, pillars, and complete form. Performance in such a state is only permitted in cases of extreme fear, fighting an enemy, fear of being separated from companions, suffering harm, or fear for one's life and property; based on the verse: "But if you are in danger, pray while walking or riding." As for the supererogatory prayer (nafilah) for a traveler, it is permissible to perform it while riding, even if not facing the Qiblah, and without an excuse.
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