Is it permissible to read from the mushaf behind the Imaam in prayer?

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A questioner asks: “What is the ruling on following the Imaam during Taraweeh (night prayer in Ramadan) with reading from the Mushaf (written text of the Qur'an)?”

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Sheikh Saleh Al-Suhaymi
It is not permissible. You must be listening attentively; you should never follow him reading. It is only upon you to listen to the recitation and not to read along. Do not follow along with him in the Mushaf, and do not read along with him during his recitation. All of that is in opposition to the teachings of Islam—rather, it's feared that your prayer may not be correct. Because it's a must that you be attentive, mandatorily. You must listen, and follow along with the Imaam by listening attentively.