What is the ruling on performing Taraweeh prayer behind an Imam who makes mistakes in reciting the Quran by changing words or their order within verses, knowing that he recites Al-Fatiha proficiently? Does what is said about Al-Fatiha apply to the rest of the Surahs? What is the ruling if he recites well in terms of the Arabic language but does not master the recitation and Tajweed of the Quran? What is incumbent upon the worshippers in this situation, and how should the Imam be dealt with and advised?
The prayer is valid behind an Imam who is not proficient in the rules of Tajwid or makes mistakes in parts other than Al-Fatihah—even if it alters the meaning, as long as it is not intentional—or makes mistakes in Al-Fatihah that do not change its meaning. However, an Imam who is proficient in recitation should not put forward someone who is not skilled in Tajwid or makes mistakes to lead the Tarawih prayer. The congregation should advise the proficient Imam to lead them himself.
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