Question
The Imaam of the Musjid is frequently late a few minutes for Jamaat Salaat. This causes frustration to the musallis. Is the Imaam's action tolerable? He is paid a salary.
Answer
It is Waajib for the Imaam to be punctual. He has to begin the Salaat at the appointed times. Since he is a salaried person, he is guilty of khiyaanat (abuse of trust). It is not permissible for him to frequently arrive late for the Salaat.
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- themajlis.co.za
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- The Majlis Vol 22 No 01
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- 5
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