Is it permissible for a woman to pray behind a male Imam (in or outside a mosque)?
Question
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Is it permissible for a woman to pray behind a male Imam (in or outside a mosque)?
Answer
The Salah of a female performed behind an Imam is valid. According to the Hanafi Madhab, the Imam is required to make intention to lead the females in Salaat as well.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
P.S. It is best for a woman to perform her Salat in the confines of her home.
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