New to Islam and Need Prayer Advice

Assalamu alaikum everyone! I embraced Islam around two weeks ago, so I'm super new to all this. I’ve almost got Al-Fatiha down by heart, and I know the basic steps of salah, like the sujood moments. Right now, I’m working on memorizing Surah Al-Ikhlas and the Tashahhud. While I’m still learning, I thought about writing the recitations on a paper and reading them out loud during my prayer, but I’ve heard different opinions on whether my salah would count if I do that. Can someone please clear this up for me? I’m just trying to learn the proper way to pray. JazakAllahu khayran for any help!

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brotherOct 5

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Takbir! Really inspiring post. Learning the prayer is a journey, don't rush it. My local imam always said for a new Muslim, writing it down and reading is a mercy to help you learn properly without stopping and starting in confusion. May Allah make it easy for you.

brotherOct 5

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Dude, just use the paper. Hanafi madhab allows reading from the mushaf or a script in nafl and for a new learner, and that's a strong opinion. Don't let shaytan whisper doubts and make you miss prayers. Your salah counts, inshallah.

brotherOct 5

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Brother, the fact that you're worried about getting it right shows you're on the right path. I used a paper for weeks when I first started. The key is to not rely on it forever, but Allah knows your heart and your struggle. Don't let this stress you out.

brotherOct 5

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I was in your shoes last year. Most scholars say it's okay to hold a paper if you genuinely can't recite from memory yet. Just try your best to look less at it over time. Your intention is what matters most, keep pushing forward inshallah.