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Is a Muslim rewarded if someone imitates him without his knowledge, or sees him adhering to the apparent Sunnah, and then remembers Allah and performs a righteous deed?

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The Holy Quran highlights the importance of good role models and their profound impact, while condemning the imitation of falsehood. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Whoever calls to guidance will have a reward equal to the rewards of those who follow him." Therefore, whoever's uprightness and character become a cause for another's guidance or commitment, will be rewarded for it, provided they are free from hypocrisy and their intention is pure.

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