The Imam of Friday Prayer (

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: امام صلاة الجمعة) or ''Imam Jom'a'' (''Jumu'ah'') is the person who conducts the Friday prayer in Islam and preaches related

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Qualifications to serve

An Imam of Friday Prayer is expected to be distinguished for intellect (''

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''), faith ( ''Iman''), and

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. Traditionally, a Friday prayer imam must be male and, according to some, also of legitimate birth. Moreover, it is recommended (''

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'') that the imam be eloquent, brave, watchful of prayer times, and true in his speech. There are many rulings (''

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'') regarding the Friday prayer that are common across the various branches and schools of Islam, but there are differences when it comes to qualifications. For instance, while there is a consensus about the five conditions—adulthood, intellect, correctness in reciting, and not otherwise excluded—there are disagreements as to the requirement to be a ''

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'' (believer).

Infallible imams

Historically in Shi’a Islam, when an infallible imam ( ''Ma'sum'') is present, the position of Friday Imam is assumed by him or someone he appoints.

Temporary imams

The permanent ''Imam Jom'a'' of a city may appoint others to this office in a temporary capacity.Which individuals say Friday prayer on behalf of the leader?
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The Friday Prayer

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Qualifications to serve

Infallible imams

Temporary imams

See also

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