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        "msgid": "is-it-permissible-to-shorten-the-final-tahiyat-recitation-in-tarawih-prayers-1772024714",
        "date": "2026-02-24 19:31:02",
        "title": "Is it Permissible to Shorten the Final Tahiyat Recitation in Tarawih Prayers?",
        "author": "",
        "source": "DETIK_JOGJA",
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        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "The article discusses the permissibility of shortening the final Tahiyat recitation during Tarawih prayers, particularly in situations where prayers are performed at a fast pace. While adhering to the essential elements of the prayer is crucial, it is permissible to recite only the obligatory phrases of the Tahiyat to maintain the prayer's validity. The article also outlines the proper way to perform Tarawih prayers, including the options of performing them in sets of two or four rak'ahs.",
        "content": "<p>The phenomenon of fast-paced Tarawih prayers is often a topic of\ndiscussion among Indonesian Muslims. With a diverse congregation,\nincluding those who are tired or have urgent matters to attend to, imams\nare often expected to lead prayers in a shorter duration. This raises an\nimportant question: is it permissible to shorten the final Tahiyat\nrecitation to ensure the prayer remains valid even when performed\nquickly?<\/p>\n<p>According to Islamic jurisprudence, fast-paced Tarawih prayers are\nstill considered valid as long as the essential elements are not\nneglected. The imam or the followers must still pay attention to\n<em>thuma\u2019n\u00eenah<\/em> or tranquility during the obligatory movements\n(<em>rukun fi\u2019li<\/em>), such as during the bowing (<em>ruku<\/em>),\nprostration (<em>sujud<\/em>), and sitting between the two\nprostrations.<\/p>\n<p>So, is it permissible to shorten the final Tahiyat recitation in\nTarawih prayers? Let\u2019s examine the complete explanation.<\/p>\n<p>The main points are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><p>The final Tahiyat recitation can be shortened by reciting only\nthe obligatory phrases to make the prayer duration more\nefficient.<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Even when recited quickly (<em>hadr<\/em>), the length and\nemphasis of the recitation must not be omitted, as this can invalidate\nthe prayer.<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Tarawih prayers can be performed in sets of two or four rak\u2019ahs,\ndepending on the needs and guidance of the hadith.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Is it permissible to shorten the final Tahiyat recitation in Tarawih\nprayers?<\/p>\n<p>Quoted from NU Online, the obligatory recitations in prayer cannot be\nrecited arbitrarily. The rules of <em>tajwid<\/em> must be maintained\nbecause a fatal error in recitation, such as omitting the emphasis, can\ninvalidate the prayer. Sheikh Zainudin Al-Malyabari in the book\n<em>Fathul Mu\u2019in<\/em> gives a stern warning:<\/p>\n<p><em>Apabila ada orang yang sholat membaca idh-har dari nun yang\nseharusnya dibaca idgham pada kalimat \u2018al l\u00e2il\u00e2ha illall\u00e2h\u2019 maka hal\ntersebut membatalkan sholat sebab meninggalkan tasydid di situ\nsebagaimana jika ada orang yang meninggalkan membaca idgham tanwin\n\u2018dal\u2019-nya \u2018muhammad\u2019 pada kalimat \u2018muhammadar rasulull\u00e2h\u2019.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Regarding the final Tahiyat recitation, Muslims can actually choose a\nlevel of speed called <em>hadr<\/em> in the science of <em>tajwid<\/em>.\nEven when recited quickly, the balance of long and short recitations\nmust be maintained. To make the prayer duration more efficient while\nstill meeting the minimum requirements, the book <em>Fathul Mu\u2019in<\/em>\nexplains that one can suffice by reciting only the obligatory phrases.\nThe following is the shortest version of the final Tahiyat recitation\nthat is still valid according to the teachings of Imam Syafi\u2019i and\nAt-Tirmidhi:<\/p>\n<p><em>At-tahiyy\u00e2tu lill\u00e2h, sal\u00e2mun \u2019alaika ayyuhan-nabiyyu wa\nrahmatull\u00e2hi wa barak\u00e2tuh, sal\u00e2mun \u2019alain\u00e2 wa \u2019al\u00e2\n\u2019ib\u00e2dill\u00e2his-sh\u00e2lih\u00een. Asyhadu al-l\u00e2 il\u00e2ha illall\u00e2h, wa anna muhammadar\nras\u00fblull\u00e2h.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>After reciting the minimum phrases, the prayer must be continued by\nreciting the prayers for the Prophet as the next obligatory element:<\/p>\n<p><em>All\u00e2humma shalli \u2019al\u00e2 muhammad, wa \u2019al\u00e2 \u00e2li muhammad.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This shorter recitation is a solution for those who often fall behind\nwhen following an imam who recites quickly. However, it should be\nremembered that in normal and calm conditions, it is highly recommended\nto recite the longer version of the <em>tasyahud<\/em> to gain greater\nvirtues and rewards. Using the minimum recitation is permissible as a\nconcession in certain conditions, but the quality of worship and the\naccuracy of <em>tajwid<\/em> remain the key to the acceptance of a\nprayer.<\/p>\n<p>The Procedure for Performing Tarawih Prayers<\/p>\n<p>Technically, the procedure and number of rak\u2019ahs in Tarawih prayers\nare the same as in Tahajjud prayers. According to M. Khalilurrahman Al\nMahfani in the book <em>Buku Pintar Shalat<\/em>, Muslims can perform\nthis prayer with eight rak\u2019ahs, followed by three rak\u2019ahs of Witr\nprayer. In practice, the eight rak\u2019ahs have two options for\nimplementation, both of which are based on authentic hadith.<\/p>\n<p>Praying Four Rak\u2019ahs with a Final Salam<\/p>\n<p>This format is performed by completing four rak\u2019ahs before ending\nwith a final salam. The legal basis refers to a hadith narrated by\nBukhari and Muslim, sourced from Aisyah RA.<\/p>\n<p>Praying Two Rak\u2019ahs with a Final Salam<\/p>\n<p>This format is performed by saying the salam after completing each\nset of two rak\u2019ahs. This is based on a hadith narrated by Bukhari and\nMuslim, sourced from Ibn Umar RA.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the location, Muslims are allowed to perform Tarawih\nprayers in congregation or individually at home. However, the majority\nof scholars believe that performing it in congregation is much more\npreferable. The Prophet Muhammad SAW himself regularly performed Tarawih\nprayers in congregation, but he deliberately did not always come to the\nmosque to prevent this worship from being considered an obligation for\nhis followers.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, this is the explanation regarding the final Tahiyat recitation\nin Tarawih prayers, which can be shortened. Hopefully, it is useful!<\/p>\n<p>FAQ<\/p>\n<p>Is it permissible to shorten the final Tahiyat recitation?<\/p>\n<p>Yes, it is permissible to shorten the final Tahiyat recitation by\nreciting only the phrases that are obligatory. According to the book\n<em>Fathul Mu\u2019in<\/em>, the shortest version includes praise to Allah,\ngreetings to the Prophet and the righteous servants, and the two\nstatements of faith. This is a solution or concession\n(<em>rukhshah<\/em>) when praying in an emergency or when following an\nimam who recites very quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Is the final Tahiyat recited during Tarawih?<\/p>\n<p>In every Tarawih prayer, whether it is performed in sets of two or\nfour rak\u2019ahs, it is obligatory to recite the final Tahiyat before saying\nthe salam. The final Tahiyat is one of the obligatory elements of prayer\nthat must not be omitted under any circumstances. Without reciting the\nfinal Tahiyat and the prayers for the Prophet afterward, the prayer is\nnot valid.<\/p>",
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