What is the ruling on one who prayed an obligatory prayer while menstruating out of forgetfulness, and is there any fidyah or expiation due upon her?
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Forgetting is not something for which Allah holds one accountable. Allah the Almighty said: "Our Lord, do not hold us accountable if we forget or make a mistake." And in response to this, He said: "I have done so." As the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Indeed, Allah has forgiven my nation for mistakes, forgetfulness, and what they are forced to do." Based on this, if a menstruating woman prays out of forgetfulness, there is no sin upon her, nor any expiation, whether it be for the Dawn prayer or any other prayer.
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