Did the Imam ascend the pulpit without offering the greeting of peace?
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The Imam's omission of the salutation (taslim) after ascending the minbar for the Friday sermon does not affect the validity of his prayer or the prayer of those behind him. The aforementioned salutation is considered a recommended act (mustahabb) by the Hanbalis and Shafi'is.
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