What is the ruling on seeking nearness to Allah through the supplication of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him)?

Question:
May Allah reward you, Your Eminence, father. The questioner asks: What is the ruling on one who seeks nearness to Allah through the supplication of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him)?

Answer:
When? If it was during his lifetime (peace and blessings be upon him), there is nothing wrong with it. But after his death, no. One does not seek nearness to Allah through the supplication of a dead person. The dead person does not possess the ability to supplicate, nor is he able to make du'a, whether he is a messenger or not. When the son of Adam dies, his deeds are cut off, and supplication is among them. It is not reported that the Companions, who were the most eager for good and the most knowledgeable of the community, would come to the grave of the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) and say, "Supplicate for us," "Seek forgiveness for us," or ask him for anything while he was dead (peace and blessings be upon him). Yes.