What constitutes valid continuity in the recitation of Al-Fatiha?
Chapter on the Description of Prayer
Al-Mughni
Book of Prayer
Primary text
The primary consideration for validity is the actual presence of recitation, not the underlying intention. If the recitation occurs consecutively with a near continuity, it is deemed correct, even if that continuity resulted from error.
Supporting text
It is held by some that if one is silent while intending to stop recitation, the recitation is voided, regardless of the length of silence.