What is the ruling on forgetting to recite Al-Fatihah or missing a rak'ah in prayer?
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Reciting a Surah after Al-Fatihah in the first two Rak'ahs is a recommended Sunnah. Whoever limits himself to Al-Fatihah, his prayer is valid. As for someone who accidentally misses a Rak'ah, he must perform it and then prostrate for forgetfulness (Sujud Al-Sahw).
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