Is it reported that the Messenger

Q 3: What is the ruling on prolonging Salah (prayer)? Performing one obligatory Salah takes about thirty to forty five minutes. But we find no hardship in this regard. (Part No. 7; Page No. 410) We would like you to guide us to the truth in this regard. May Allah reward you well!

A: If Ma'mums (persons being led by an Imam in Prayer) are satisfied with the prolongation and this place is confined to this group alone or if it is known that these people prolong their Salah, then they will be permitted to do so. Otherwise the Imam should not prolong his Salah. He has to follow the example of the Prophet (peace be upon him) in this regard. Allah (Exalted be He) says, Indeed in the Messenger of Allâh (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) you have a good example to follow The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, Perform Salah as you have seen me performing it. This Hadith was reported by Al-Bukhari in his Sahih. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.