Is the imam followed in matters of scholarly disagreement, such as the sitting for rest and the like?

Question:
Honorable Shaykh, the questioner says: Some matters of scholarly disagreement, such as the sitting for rest, and combining the movements after rising from bowing and descending onto the hands, is it obligatory for me to follow the imam in these, or may I pray and act according to what I consider the stronger position, even if I differ from the imam in this? The sitting for rest.

Answer:
The correct view is that it is not prescribed, and the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) did it when he was heavy and needed it. The one who needs it due to old age or illness sits for rest.
As for the strong person, as the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) did it during his time of strength, peace and blessings be upon him. The correct view is that it is not prescribed, but rather it is done out of need.
And as for placing the hands in prostration before the knees, this is only for the one who is unable. As for the strong person, he places his knees before his hands, he places his knees before his hands, as in the authentic hadith. As for the one who is unable and needs to place his hands before his knees, there is no harm in that. Hissam.
It is required of the imam that he not engage in anomalous matters or disagreements. It is required of him that he act according to what is practiced in the country. He acts according to what is practiced in the country. He does not deviate or differ. And he becomes a subject of scrutiny and discussion for people. Yes.