Is seeking intercession from the dead a means to major shirk, or is it itself major shirk?

Question:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success, is seeking intercession from the dead considered a means to major shirk, or is it itself major shirk?

Answer:
Nothing is to be sought from the dead, that is the end of it. It is not permissible to seek anything from the dead. And what are you asking, whether it is major shirk or… or… the important thing is: do not seek anything from the dead and stay away from this. Yes.