A relative of the deceased sitting at his grave while the people are leaving

The Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta

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Q5: What is the ruling on a relative of the deceased sitting at his grave while the people are leaving from his burial for a period not exceeding half an hour?
A5: A relative of the deceased sitting at his grave after the burial for half an hour is a religious innovation that is not permissible. And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.

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