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Prayer is a bond between servants and their Lord, a tenet of faith and a pivotal duty. It is the first accountability criterion on the Day of Judgment. A sound prayer resonates throughout the faith, and neglecting it leads to spiritual negligence. Divine Mercy established complementary practices alongside obligatory acts, elevating recommended deeds. The night prayer (Qiyam al-Layl) is among them, achieved by the spiritually elevated. Its impact is profound, with diverse opinions among scholars regarding its obligation, timing, and performance details. This prayer serves two roles: it signifies Islam, especially during Ramadan, and concludes recommended prayers, often performed privately for sincerity. Various names- night vigil (Qiyam), Witr (odd-numbered), and Taraweeh (rest prayer)- highlight its diversity. So do these names influence its ruling? Thus, it is best to begin by clarifying its essence and virtues, and then discussing derived rules and their implications
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