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JUG-2026-22K2XWVVT4

Minimum number of people required for Jumu'ah

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What's the minimum number of persons required to form jama'ah for Jumu'ah, following the Hanbali madhhab?

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Like the Shafi'i School, the standard position is 40 mature, sane, permanent residents who fulfill all conditions necessary for a valid salah.

Answered byShaikh MasoodAuthorized Scholar

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