If Satan overpowers a man during his prayer, should he spit to his left three times and seek refuge?

Question:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success, if Satan overpowers a man during his prayer, should he spit to his left three times and seek refuge?

Answer:
Yes, this is mentioned in an authentic hadith that one should spit to his left three times and seek refuge from Satan. However, this is done outside the mosque. If he is in a mosque, he does not spit in the mosque; he spits on the edge of his garment or on a handkerchief and seeks refuge in Allah. Allah knows best, and may Allah send prayers and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad, and upon his family and his Companions.