What is the ruling on standing at the Multazam to make du'a' and clinging to the curtains of the Ka'bah?

Question : What is the ruling on standing at the Multazam to make du'a' and clinging to the curtains of the Ka'bah?

Answer : There is no authentic sunnah (recommended practice) from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) regarding this. However, it is reported from some of the Companions. Because at such times, it results in severe crowding and obstruction for those performing tawaf (circumambulation of the Ka'bah). Any action that leads to harm or obstruction for Muslims is not permissible. Therefore, we advise our Muslim brothers, the pilgrims performing Hajj and 'Umrah (the lesser pilgrimage), not to crowd at the Multazam, because the Multazam is narrow. Those performing tawaf need to pass through. If they crowd there, they will be harmed and will harm others. What is recommended for pilgrims and others, indeed what is obligatory for pilgrims and others, is to look to the sunnah of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him and his family).