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IslamQA: Do you need to face the qibla when making dua?

Do I need to face kibla/mecca when making a dua.

No, that is not necessary. But it is recommended. When the Prophet prayed for rain he faced the qibla. He also faced the qibla when he was praying for victory before the Battle of Badr.

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