Prayer Behind The Innovators - Questions and Answers

Many Muslims are confused over issues related to this topic. The objective of this compilation is to help those in such circumstances to make the best decision in matters related to dealings with people of innovations.

The points that the Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah (r) has mentioned in these statements can be summarized into the following:

• It is not allowed to appoint an innovator or wicked person to the position of Imam
• Prayer behind a righteous or just person is better than prayer behind an innovator or wicked person
• Prayer behind an innovator or wicked person is better that the prayer performed alone, especially in the case of the Friday, festival, and congregational prayers