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A man who trims his beard less than a fist is the khateeb in the masjid. Do you advise we pray behind him? Please explain.

Fatwa 3103English
Masjid & Waqf

Question

What can one do if there are others who are capable of leading?

Answer

Performing Salaah behind an Imam who shaves or trims his beard less than his fist, such Salaah will be valid although the Imaam is classified a Faasiq. If there are other persons worthy of the Musallah, then they should be appointed to lead the Salaah. Being complacent with the Imaam who trims his beard will result in the community being sinful.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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