I am praying behind the Imam but I ...

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I am praying behind the Imam but I forgot how many rak’as I was praying, is my prayer still valid?

Question

If I am following the Imam from the beginning of the prayer but I forgot how many rak’as I have performed. Is my prayer still valid or should I pray it all over again or should I prostrate for forgetfulness (sahw)?

Answer

Your prayer is valid and you don’t have to pray it again or prostrate for forgetfulness.

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