Is it permissible for the Imam to recite Istighfar (seeking forgiveness) aloud and collectively after finishing the prayer?
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Reciting supplications aloud in congregation after the five prescribed prayers, or after the supererogatory and regular prayers, on a continuous basis, is a reprehensible innovation (bid'ah munkarah). This is because it has not been authentically reported from the Prophet (peace be upon him) nor from his companions (may Allah be pleased with them).
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