Riyad as-Salihin, 1838
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "Your leaders will lead you in Salat (prayer). If they conduct it properly, you and they will be rewarded; but if they make mistakes you will earn the reward and they will be held responsible (for the mistakes)." <b>[Al- Bukhari]</b>.
وعنه أن رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم قال:
يصلون لكم، فإن أصابوا فلكم، وإن أخطؤوا فلكم وعليهم
((رواه البخاري)).
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 18, Hadith 31
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) The Imam is a guarantor, and his mistakes do not affect the validity of the prayer of those he leads in prayer.<br>
2) It urges us to show patience with the Muslim rulers, if they do badly with regard to prayer or do not offer it on time. We are required not to revolt against them, incite people against them, or publicize their faults. Indeed, this would cause corruption and mischief in the land and among people.