What is the ruling on the prayer of an Imam who eats unlawful food, and what is the ruling on following him and praying behind him in congregational prayer?
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Whoever consumes what is unlawful while knowing its prohibition is sinful and must repent. The degree of sin varies according to what was consumed. Whoever persists and does not repent is a transgressor (fasiq). His prayer is valid and sufficient, fulfilling his obligation, for sins do not invalidate prayer.
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