Is it necessary to wait for the Imam to stand up after rising from bowing (ruku') for the third rak'ah, or is it permissible for the congregants (ma'mumeen) to precede him and stand up before him?
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The Imam's slowness in rising for the third rak'ah does not justify preceding him; rather, the congregant must wait for him to ensure proper following.
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