Is it true that in our aqeedah it is said that we can pray behind any pious or sinner? if so please explain

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Question

aslmkm Is it true that in our aqeedah it is said that we can pray behind any pious or sinner? if so please explain

Answer

Wa alaikumus salaam

Technically speaking a swalaat performed behind an Imam who is not pious is valid, but it should be borne in mind that the mutawalli or muswalli should never appoint such an imam.