If the imam is found in the state of bowing, and he says the takbir for entering the prayer, is it recommended that he say the takbir?
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Question : But is it recommended that he say the takbir, or is it not recommended?
Answer : It is recommended (sunnah) for him to say the takbir.
Answer : It is recommended (sunnah) for him to say the takbir.
Source
قناة «فضيلة الشيخ محمد بن صالح العثيمين»، 2932أدرك الإمام راكعًا فكبَّر للإحرام هل يستحب أن يكبر..📔 الشرح الممتع على زاد المستقنع - ابن عثيمين — youtube.com
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