The ruling on passing in front of the one praying

Question:
Some people are lax about passing in front of the one who is praying, whether he is praying an obligatory prayer or a voluntary one.

Answer:
It is not permissible to pass in front of the one who is praying, whether he is the imam or praying alone. As for the one praying behind the imam, as we mentioned, the imam’s barrier serves as his barrier, so it does not harm if someone passes in front of him, especially out of necessity. One should be mindful of this matter. As for the one who passes in front of the praying person, he commits a great sin. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: forty days. This is certainly evil. So, if a person passes in front of the praying person, between him and his barrier, or close to him if he has no barrier less than three cubits, this is not permissible. It is not permissible for the praying person to allow him to pass; rather, he should push him away. If he refuses, let him fight him, meaning let him strike him, as the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded. If he refuses, let him fight him, for he is accompanied by the companion, meaning Satan. One must be alert to this matter. Yes.