Does the word ''Aqra''ukum'' mean

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Q 5: Is it permissible for a person to offer Salah behind an Imam who does not recite the Qur'an well? Which is better, to pray individually or behind him?

A: You should pray behind an Imam who recites the Qur'an well. If you know that a certain Imam does not recite the Qur'an well; that is he recites Surah Al-Fatihah in a way that changes its meaning, then it is not permissible to offer Salah behind him. Your duty then is to offer him advice and to draw his attention to this. If he accepts it, it will be good. Otherwise, it is your duty to inform competent authorities to replace him with a better Imam.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.