Is it permissible for the muezzin to call the Adhan, pronounce the Iqamah, and lead the congregational prayer all at the same time in a small mosque, even if there is someone who knows and performs the Adhan well? And is it permissible for him to do so if there is no one else to come forward and perform these duties? And what are the best practices reported from the righteous predecessors in this situation?
It is permissible for the Imam to combine the Adhan, Iqamah, and leading the prayer, rather this is preferable. Muslims have agreed upon the permissibility and desirability of the muezzin being an Imam. As for the Prophet (peace be upon him) and the Caliphs not doing so, it was because they were occupied with matters more important than the Adhan and Iqamah.
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