Prayer: Is It Permissible for an Imam With Amputated Toes to Lead Prayer?

Practical Laws of Islam as per the teachings of Imam Khamenei

Prayer: Is It Permissible for an Imam With Amputated Toes to Lead Prayer?

English:

Question #592:

I am a student of Islamic studies. During the fight in defense of the Islamic Republic of Iran, my feet were injured and the big toes were amputated. At present I am leading prayer at a ḥusayniyyah. Is there any religious problem in this or not? I am hopeful that you will give me an explanation for my problem.

Answer #592:

The defect — as much as mentioned — in an Imam does not harm the state of leading the congregational prayer. Yes, it is problematic in case a hand or foot is completely amputated.

-Imam Khamenei, Practical Laws of Islam, Importance and Conditions of Prayer