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Is the prayer of an 80-year-old woman accepted, who wants to pray but has memorized nothing from the Quran and does not know what to say during prayer?

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A woman must pray, and prayer is not waived for her due to her inability to perfect the recitation of Al-Fatiha. Rather, she must learn. If she is unable, then she must pray behind someone who can lead her, if possible. Otherwise, she should pray and remember Allah instead of reciting. Her neighbors must advise her and help her perform the prayer.

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