What is meant by the saying of some Malikis: that the Adhan is a confirmed Sunnah for the congregation that awaits others, and what is the meaning of (awaits others)?
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The "congregation waiting for others" refers to a group that expects the arrival of others to perform the prayer with them. This is as stated in Al-Sharh Al-Kabeer by Al-Dardir, commenting on Khalil's words in Al-Mukhtasar: "The is for a congregation that seeks others" for prayer in every mosque or place where it is customary to gather.
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