احسن الله اليك friend invited me to his walimah in Ramadan. I avoid gatherings as they affect my speech, khushu‘, and Qur’an recitation. I prefer staying home to protect my worship. Is this a valid excuse to not attend? جزاك الله خيرا

Ustadh AbdulAziz al-Haqqan

If there is nothing haram in it, go may Allah reward u.