There are different opinions and evidences in the four schools of thought. 1. Hanafi: Do not recite the Fatiha in any congregational prayer According to the Hanafi school of thought, you do not recite the Fatiha behind the imam, whether it is a silent prayer (Dhur and Asr) or a vocalised prayer (Fajr, Maghrib, Isha).  The Hanafi school have their evidences for this. It says in Surah al Araf, in the Quran: So, when the Quran is recited, listen to it, and be silent that you may receive mercy. (7:204) 2. Maliki: Recite the Fatiha only in the silent congregational prayers According to the Maliki school of thought, you recite the Fatiha behind the imam during silent prayers. However, during vocalised prayers, you remain silent and listen to his recitation. This is opinion I personally follow because it gives you more khushoo during your salah. If you are standing silently, the shaytan will distract you and your mind will drift. It is better to occupy your mind with Allah Almighty and the words of the Quran than other things. So I would advise worshippers to recite the Fatiha behind the imaan during silent prayers, i.e. dhuhr and asr and the third rakah of maghrib, and last two rakahs of isha. This is also one of the opinions within the Hanafi school. 3. Shafi: Recite the Fatiha in all congregational prayers In the Shafi school, you recite behind the imam during all prayers, whether they are silent or vocalised. They follow the opinion that it is incumbent on all worshippers to recite the Fatiha. Ubaadah ibn as-Saamit (may Allah be pleased with him) said: We were behind the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) in Fajr prayer. The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) recited, and he found it … Continue reading Should I recite the Fatiha behind the imam in congregation?