I have a few questions regarding the issue of jemaah prayer for women.
We know that the prayers made in the masjidil haram is 100,000 times than other
places. Yet, for a woman prayer in her house is better.
1. Does this mean that a woman’s prayer at home will be better than a man by
more than 100,000 times?
2. Does this hadis also apply to women coming for Hajj or Umrah
3. Men are asked not to prevent their wives to go to mosque. Is this an order or just an advice?
4. A human would have the rational (which is dominated by the left brain) and also the emotional (which is dominated by the right brain) dimension. However, it seems that the Quran focus mainly on the rational aspect of the human psyche. Usually people are more likely to be swayed and influenced through emotions rather than logic. What is your comment in this issue.
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1. The statement that a woman's prayer at home is better than a man's prayer by more than 100,000 times refers specifically to the prayer in Masjid al-Haram. However, it does not mean that a woman's prayer at home is better than a man's prayer in general. The concept of reward multiplication for prayer in specific locations is mentioned in some hadiths, but it is important to note that the overall reward and value of prayers are not exclusively determined by the physical location. It also depends on the sincerity, focus, and devotion of the individual performing the prayer.
2. The hadith mentioning the multiplication of reward for prayer in Masjid al-Haram is not gender-specific, so it can generally be applied to both men and women. Regarding women coming for Hajj or Umrah, they are encouraged to perform their obligatory prayers in the designated areas within the vicinity of the Masjid al-Haram, and their prayers will also be rewarded accordingly. However, it's important to remember that the overall rewards of prayers are not solely tied to specific locations, but also depend on the individual's intention and sincerity.
3. The guidance for men not to prevent their wives from going to the mosque to perform prayers is not an order per se, but rather an advice or recommendation. It is based on the teachings of Islam that encourage women's participation in congregational prayers, if they are willing and able to fulfill their family and societal responsibilities. The ultimate decision lies with the individuals involved, but it is encouraged for husbands to support and facilitate their wives' religious practices.
4. The Quran encompasses guidance for both the rational and emotional dimensions of human existence. While it may appear that the Quran primarily focuses on the rational aspect, it also addresses human emotions, ethical values, and spiritual well-being. The Quran acknowledges the complexity of human nature and provides guidance to balance and integrate both the rational and emotional aspects. It addresses topics such as love, mercy, gratitude, hope, fear, and many emotions that humans experience. The aim is to create a holistic approach to life that considers both reason and emotions in making informed decisions and leading a balanced life.