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Missed Eid Prayer

What should a person do if they miss the Eid prayer entirely? The jurists mention that it is recommended to make up the Eid prayer later that same day, whether before or after zawāl, and to perform it in its normal manner, even if praying alone.

Arriving Late to Eid Prayer

What should a person do if they arrive late to the Eid prayer? Whether catching part of the prayer with the imam or arriving during the khutbah, the jurists discussed the proper etiquette and recommended actions for each situation, including how to complete the prayer and whether one should remain to listen to the sermon.

Shaving the Head after Udhiyah

Some of the jurists mention that it is recommended for the person offering the uḍḥiyah to shave their head after the sacrifice has been performed. Imām Aḥmad related this practice from Ibn ʿUmar as a way of honoring and venerating the Day of Eid al-Aḍḥā.

"With the ink pot, to the grave"

-Imam Ahmad

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