What happens if the Imam forgets the prostration of forgetfulness?

Chapter on the Two Prostrations of Forgetfulness

Al-Mughni

Book of Prayer

Book 3 · Issue 8 · Bab 7

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If the Imam forgets the prostration, the follower who was previously behind must perform the prostration at the end of their own prayer based on a single established narration. This is because the Imam did not perform the act necessary to complete the follower's prayer.

Supporting text

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