LessonsWhom May One Follow in Prayer? Qualifications and Validity of ImamateQuiz

Both examples involve an imam using a legally authorized method of purification and followers using a different, equally authorized method.

The mere difference in method is not enough to invalidate following. What matters is whether the imam validly fulfilled the ritual-purity condition.

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Tayammum and khuff wiping: two lawful concessions

Whom May One Follow in Prayer? Qualifications and Validity of Imamate

Both examples involve an imam using a legally authorized method of purification and followers using a different, equally authorized method.

The mere difference in method is not enough to invalidate following. What matters is whether the imam validly fulfilled the ritual-purity condition.