However, Ibn al-Mulqin states in his "Sharḥ al-ʿUmdah": “This ḥadith may be cited by those who hold that reciting al-Fātiḥah is obligatory across the board, for the follower’s prayer is still a prayer; were its recitation to be waived, that would require a specific proof. If such a proof exists, it takes precedence; if not, the default is to act on the general wording. Indeed, an authentic report actually affirms its universality: ‘The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, once found the recitation burdensome in the dawn prayer. When he finished he said, “Perhaps you were reciting behind your imam?” We replied, “Yes.” He said, “Do not do so—except with the Opening of the Book—for there is no prayer for one who does not recite it.”’” End of Ibn al-Mulqin’s words.