Praying Behind One Who Frequently Swears False Oaths
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Question:
A questioner says: A man swears oaths and frequently swears falsely, to the point where he is known for it. He has secret deeds that are extremely bad, and yet he prays and weeps in his prayer out of humility. Should I pray behind him?
Answer:
You only have to consider the outward appearance, as long as he prays and shows humility in his prayer. A Muslim is subject to shortcomings. You should advise him if you see any fault in him; advise him in private between you and him, and perhaps Allah will guide him and return him to the right path. As long as he shows humility in his prayer, that is a sign of good, if Allah wills. Yes.
A questioner says: A man swears oaths and frequently swears falsely, to the point where he is known for it. He has secret deeds that are extremely bad, and yet he prays and weeps in his prayer out of humility. Should I pray behind him?
Answer:
You only have to consider the outward appearance, as long as he prays and shows humility in his prayer. A Muslim is subject to shortcomings. You should advise him if you see any fault in him; advise him in private between you and him, and perhaps Allah will guide him and return him to the right path. As long as he shows humility in his prayer, that is a sign of good, if Allah wills. Yes.
Source
حياة السعادة — alfawzan.live (49:53)
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