Is it permissible for someone accustomed to audibly reciting the Basmala in their prayer to recite it silently in the Two Holy Mosques to avoid corruption and to follow what people there do? And is it better to act according to the madhhab of the country one is traveling to, to avoid drawing attention? And is the prohibition of habitually praying in a specific spot in the mosque exclusive to the individual or does it include the group as well? And what is the ruling on prayers performed with wiping over socks after their period of validity has expired due to forgetfulness? And is it permissible to prevent a repentant thief from staying in the mosque after prayer?
The preponderant opinion is the permissibility of moving from one madhhab to another, provided it adheres to শরী'আ-compliant regulations. This permissibility is further emphasized if it leads to a benefit or averts a harm. Regarding vocalizing the Basmalah, if vocalizing it by someone whose madhhab permits it might lead to people's aversion or disapproval, then it is better to say it silently. This is in accordance with the saying of Ibn Taymiyyah: "If a man held the view of vocalizing the Basmalah, but he led in prayer people who did not find it commendable, or vice versa, and he conformed to them, he would have done well."
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