Is it permissible to pray in a mosque other than the one adjacent to the house due to the foul odors of the workers in the neighborhood?
Praying in a mosque further away than the nearest mosque is permissible, as long as it does not lead to the neglect of the closer mosque. Going to the further mosque may even bring a greater reward due to the increased number of steps taken towards it, as the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Shall I not tell you something by which Allah erases sins and raises degrees?" They said: "Yes, O Messenger of Allah." He said: "Performing ablution thoroughly despite difficulties, increasing the steps towards mosques, and waiting for the prayer after prayer; that is guarding the frontiers." This is especially recommended if there is something in the nearest mosque that harms the worshippers.
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