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Passing Through a Synagogue

Question

Is it permissible to pass through a synagogue to shorten one's way by stopping there to recite verses?

Answer

It is permitted, but there are those who are stringent.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 151, Be'er Heitev, DH "La'asoto" and AS, PiA from prayer

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