Abu Qatadah said:We thought that by this (prolonging the first rak’ah). He (the prophet) meant that the people might join the first rak’ah
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“Read in the name of your Lord who created.” 96:1
“My Lord, increase me in knowledge.” 20:114
“So remember Me; I will remember you.” 2:152
“Indeed, with hardship comes ease.” 94:6