Is it permissible to prostrate oneself to supplicate for a need, other than during prayer, such as prostrating oneself for supplication after the Taslim (the salutation of peace that concludes the prayer)?
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There is no objection to prostrating outside of prayer for supplication, due to the permissibility of prostration for a legitimate purpose such as supplication. Sheikh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah and others have explicitly stated this. However, it should not be made a habit; rather, a Muslim may do it occasionally. He should also be keen to supplicate during prostration in prayer, as that is more complete and superior.
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