Is it permissible to run in order to catch the prayer?
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One should not run to catch the prayer, as this contradicts tranquility and dignity. The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "When the for prayer is called, do not come to it running, but come walking, and عليكم السكينة [and عليكم السكينة – upon you is tranquility]. So, whatever you catch, pray, and whatever you miss, complete it. For indeed, when one of you is heading for prayer, he is in prayer."
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