What is the ruling on praying behind an Imam who believes that Allah Himself is in every place, knowing that refraining from praying behind him may lead to discord?
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Firstly, it is advised to ascertain the belief of the two imams regarding Allah. If they believe that Allah is everywhere, then prayer behind them is not valid, because this belief is disbelief that expels one from the fold of Islam.
Secondly, they should be engaged in dialogue in the best manner to clarify the truth to them and establish the proof against them.
Thirdly, if they insist on their false belief, then the truth must be made clear to the people, and they must be warned against this doctrine, while seeking assistance from the callers to Islam in the country to address the issue.
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