Is it permissible for the Imam and the Mu'adhdhin to give a portion of their salaries to another person to lead the prayers on their behalf, under the pretext of being busy and living far away, knowing that their homes are close and they own luxurious cars and rent out the residences designated for them?
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An imam appointed with a salary is not permitted to delegate someone else unless there is a necessity or with the permission of the employing authority, provided that the delegate is competent. The same ruling applies to the muezzin.
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