Punchbowl Masjid

Review: Concerns About Young Imam's Recitation on Sundays

I have been attending prayers at this mosque for a while, and while the overall experience has been positive, I feel the need to address an issue regarding the young imam who leads the prayers on Sunday Isha.

Unfortunately, I've noticed that his recitation of the Qur'anic verses during prayer is not up to the standard expected for leading the congregation. He frequently makes mistakes with pronunciation and tajweed, and there have been instances where verses are skipped or misread. This is concerning, as the accuracy of the recitation is crucial to the prayer's validity and the congregation’s focus.

I want to clarify that this review is specifically about the young imam on Sunday Isha. The other imams at the mosque seem to be performing well, and the community itself is welcoming and supportive. However, the issues with the young imam's recitation have made it difficult for me to fully concentrate during prayers.

I hope the mosque will provide him with additional training or guidance to improve his recitation skills. With the proper support, I believe he could become a much stronger leader for the congregation. For now, I find myself reluctant to attend on Sundays because of this concern, but I trust the mosque will take the necessary steps to address it.