Is a Muslim considered an innovator if he persistently recites Surat Al-Waqi'ah, knowing that the hadiths mentioned in its فضائل (virtues) are weak?
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Working with a weak concerning the virtues of deeds is not considered an innovation (bid'ah). Regarding Surat al-Waqi'ah, there are authentic hadiths and good or authentic reports from the Salaf, despite the presence of some weak hadiths within it.
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