What is the ruling on not following the Imam in prayer with regard to raising and lowering the hands [i.e., in rukūʿ and sujūd] and grasping [i.e., qabd, placing the right hand over the left] even though following the Imam is obligatory? And what is the extent of the validity of some Salafis criticizing Sheikh Al-Sha'rawi and accusing him of tyranny? And is this disagreement among young people regarding mustahabbāt (recommended acts) valid, especially when it involves accusing the one who differs?

If one prays behind an imam who dangles his hands (irsāl) and does not raise them in the established positions, then he is not obliged to follow the imam in that. Rather, it is recommended for him to place his hands on his chest and raise them in their designated positions. As for animosity among young people, it is incumbent upon Muslims to be brothers, loving one another for the sake of Allah. Backbiting and discord sadden every zealous Muslim and only serve the enemies of Islam. Therefore, caution is necessary, along with unifying efforts upon the truth, adhering to Islamic morals, avoiding backbiting and insults, and unifying efforts to invite people to Tawhid instead of discrediting one another, while prioritizing the دعوت (call) according to its status in the religion.