Is the Dhuhr prayer valid for the congregants if the Imam does not pronounce the Takbir aloud nor the Taslim?
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The Imam's vocalization of the takbir and is a , not an obligation. Therefore, prayer is valid behind an Imam who does not vocalize them.
Similarly, prayer is valid behind an Imam who does not intend to lead, and this is the most preponderant opinion.
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