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The Ruling on Reciting a Surah After Al-Fatiha in Obligatory Prayer

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Question
What should I do in the situation of forgetting to recite a Surah after Al-Fatiha in the obligatory prayer?
Answer
I say, and with God's help: Reciting the surah after Al-Fatiha is obligatory, so prostration for forgetfulness is required if it is omitted forgetfully, and God knows best.

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