Ruling on the imam standing in the middle of the row due to the mosque being crowded

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Q429: The questioner says: If the mosque is crowded with worshippers at prayer time, should we stand to the imam’s right, or to his left?
A429: It is permissible for you to divide yourselves to his right and left, but it is better for all of you to be on his right.

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