The sitting between the first and second prostrations is a distinct posture. One should settle in that position before entering the second prostration.
The wording idha itma’anna jalisan specifically identifies composure while sitting; jurists differ on its legal grade even while recognizing the prescribed sequence.
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Ruku, Qawmah, Sujud and the Sitting Between Prostrations
The sitting between the first and second prostrations is a distinct posture. One should settle in that position before entering the second prostration.
The wording idha itma’anna jalisan specifically identifies composure while sitting; jurists differ on its legal grade even while recognizing the prescribed sequence.