What is the fate of a girl who was touched [by jinn] in her childhood, and whose parents neglected her religiously and educationally, so she stopped praying and knows nothing about religion, even though she understands worldly matters? Is she among those from whom the pen has been lifted, and will she and her parents be held accountable for their negligence?
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If a girl comprehends what is happening around her, she is held accountable [for her religious duties], even if she suffers from epilepsy or similar conditions. In such a case, she is accountable during her periods of lucidity. The parents bear responsibility for her ignorance and neglect of religious matters due to their failure to educate her. If the girl neglects prayer after reaching puberty, she bears the responsibility. As for the prayers she missed before knowing their obligation, she is not required to make them up, according to the more sound opinion.
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