Starting the Prayer with (There is no god but Allah) Instead of Takbir

Question
Is it permissible to start the prayer with (There is no god but Allah) instead of Takbir?
Answer
Yes, it is permissible with dislike; because the obligation in the takbir is glorification, and the required phrase is "Allahu Akbar". If he says instead of the takbir: "Allah is more exalted," or "more magnificent," or "the Most Merciful is greater," it is sufficient for him, but he must perform a prostration of forgetfulness for neglecting the obligation. See: Al-Tahawi 1: 308.
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