What is the ruling on one who misses listening to the Friday sermon or is negligent in doing so, and is his prayer valid if he prays with the congregation after the sermon, and when is it recommended for a person to come for the Friday prayer?

Whoever intentionally misses both Friday sermons is sinful, because some scholars have affirmed the obligation of attending both sermons. Al-Qurtubi adduced as evidence for this that the sermon prohibits selling. However, the prayer in this case is sufficient, even if the worshipper misses out on much good. It is recommended to hasten to Friday prayer and to go early for increased reward.