Is it permissible for worshipers to stand during the Friday sermon due to lack of space or for rest, and does laughing or smiling during the sermon affect the reward of the Friday prayer?
Standing during the Friday sermon is contrary to the inherited . The Sunnah is for the worshippers to sit with reverence and humility, face the Imam, and listen attentively. It is recommended for them to sit cross-legged. As for their standing, it should not occur except for an excuse, such as severe crowding.
Scholars have unanimously agreed on the congregants facing the preacher and the preacher facing them, so that he may address them.
As for the preacher doing humorous things in the sermon, this is inappropriate. What is legislated is to remind people, admonish them, and teach them the principles of religion. Laughter and similar acts deviate from the purpose of the sermon, which is intended to soften hearts.
The sermons of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, were a confirmation of the foundations of faith, a reminder of Allah's blessings, and an command to remember and thank Him, so that hearts would be filled with faith, monotheism, knowledge, and love.
You should not indulge in laughter as it contradicts the commanded attentive listening, but a mere smile is permissible.
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