What is the ruling on invoking blessings upon the Prophet (peace be upon him) in the two sermons, and is it obligatory to mention his name in them?
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There are three opinions regarding the ruling on invoking blessings upon the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, in the Friday sermon:
1. Pillar (Rukn): This is the of the Shafi'is and Hanbalis. It requires mentioning the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, by his name or by his description; merely saying "may Allah bless him" is not sufficient. 2. : This is the view of the Hanafis and Malikis, and it was chosen by some scholars. 3. Obligatory but not a condition: This is the choice of Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah.
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