Is it recommended for a woman returning from a journey to pray two Rak'ahs in gratitude to Allah for her safe return, and is it better for her to perform her prayer in the mosque, following the example of the Prophet (peace be upon him), or in her home?
Upon arrival, it is sunnah for the traveler to pray two rak'ahs in the mosque before entering his home, following the example of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, who used to start with the mosque and pray two rak'ahs before sitting down, and he commanded his Companions to do so. Scholars are of the view that the proper place for this prayer is the mosque, and that it is specific to men, because it was not narrated from the Prophet's wives, peace and blessings be upon him, and because it is connected to his guidance, peace and blessings be upon him, regarding not surprising one's family upon arrival.
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