ASK 323

In this clip Dr Israr Ahmed explains the different views on reciting Surah Al-Fatiha behind the Imam. Imam Abu Hanifa’s opinion is that followers do not need to recite it, as the Imam’s recitation covers them, whether he reads aloud or silently. In contrast, the Shafi’i school believes that followers must always recite it, regardless of the Imam’s recitation. Imam Malik’s view is a middle ground, suggesting that followers should listen to the Imam in loud prayers and recite it themselves in silent prayers.