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Rulings on the Prayer of a Traveler

The prayer of a traveler differs in some rulings from that of a resident, and includes the following:

1. Shortening the Prayer (Qasr):
   A traveler may shorten the four-unit prayers (Dhuhr and Asr) to only two units.
2. Combining Prayers (Jama’):
   A traveler may combine Dhuhr and Asr prayers, as well as Maghrib and Isha prayers, during the time of the first prayer, especially if they cannot perform the prayer at its designated time while traveling.
3. Eligibility for Shortening and Combining:
   The traveler must be on a genuine journey to benefit from the rulings of shortening and combining prayers.
4. Exceptions:
   In some special circumstances, a traveler may perform the full prayer without shortening or combining it, such as when staying in a place for a long period.

By observing these rulings, a traveler can perform prayers correctly and in a way that is accepted by Allah under various travel circumstances.