What is the ruling on someone who utters a strange word unrelated to Al-Fatiha while reciting it, then prostrates in forgetfulness after the Taslim?
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Whoever speaks in prayer out of forgetfulness, his prayer is valid according to the preponderant opinion, and he is prescribed to perform the prostration of forgetfulness ( al-sahw). Therefore, what this person did when he uttered a word not from Al-Fatihah is correct, and his duty is discharged.
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