Is turning during prayer an innovation, or does it invalidate the prayer?
Turning in prayer is divided into three types:
1. Turning the chest away: This invalidates the prayer because it shifts the chest away from the , which is a condition for the validity of prayer.
2. Turning the head or eyes only: This is disliked and diminishes the reward of the prayer, unless it is for a need. The prayer remains valid. It has been established in the that it is permissible when there is a need (such as fear or necessity).
3. Turning of the heart (thinking): This is the heart becoming preoccupied and distracted by whispers and intrusive thoughts. This diminishes the prayer and is considered a snatching away by Satan.
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