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Rulings on Friday Prayer (Jumu’ah)

The rulings of Friday prayer include the rules and regulations that Muslims must follow while performing Jumu’ah, and they include the following:

1. Attending at the Prescribed Time:
   Muslims must attend Friday prayer at its designated time, which is when the sun reaches its zenith and the time for Dhuhr begins.
2. Performing Two Units (Rak’ahs):
   Friday prayer consists of two specific units, which are performed led by the Khateeb (imam delivering the sermon).
3. Listening to the Sermon (Khutbah):
   Worshippers are required to listen to the imam’s sermon; remaining silent and attentive during the khutbah is obligatory.
4. Conditions for Validity:
   The validity of Friday prayer requires that it be performed at its time, that the two rak’ahs be completed, and that the khutbah be listened to.
5. Replacing the Dhuhr Prayer:
   For adult, free Muslim men, attending Friday prayer replaces the Dhuhr prayer and is considered obligatory.

By observing these rulings, this collective act of worship is performed correctly and accepted by Allah, bringing reward and blessings to Muslims.