Source: Fatāwā Arkān-e-Islām
If someone misses one rak‘ah of Fajr prayer, should he complete the missed rak‘ah aloud (jahr) or quietly (sirran)?
Conclusion:
While both jahr and sirr are permissible for the missed rak‘ah of Fajr, the Sunnah-based consideration for others makes quiet recitation the preferable choice.
ھذا ما عندي والله أعلم بالصواب
The Question
If someone misses one rak‘ah of Fajr prayer, should he complete the missed rak‘ah aloud (jahr) or quietly (sirran)?
Answer
- The person has the choice to complete the missed rak‘ah either aloud or quietly.
- However, the better (afḍal) way is to complete it quietly.
Reason for Preferring Quiet Recitation
- There may be others nearby engaged in prayer.
- Loud recitation might disturb or distract them from their own worship.
Conclusion:
While both jahr and sirr are permissible for the missed rak‘ah of Fajr, the Sunnah-based consideration for others makes quiet recitation the preferable choice.
ھذا ما عندي والله أعلم بالصواب
