What is the ruling if a follower performs the actions of prayer concurrently with the Imam?

Chapter on the Description of Prayer

Al-Mughni

Book of Prayer

Book 3 · Issue 2 · Bab 5

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If a follower's actions in prayer coincide with the Imam's actions, such as bowing and prostrating simultaneously with him, the action is considered disliked (*asa'a*), but the prayer remains valid.