The standing of the deceased's family in a row in the cemetery to receive condolences

Question:
The questioner asks: Is it permissible for the family of the deceased to stand in a single row in the cemetery to receive condolences from people?

Answer:
No, this is not permissible. When they have buried the deceased, they should stand over him, make du'a' for him, seek forgiveness for him, and ask Allah to grant him steadfastness, and then they should leave. They should not stand by the grave for condolences or for anything else. The purpose has been fulfilled, the task is complete; why do they remain by the grave? There is no specific place for condolences. You offer condolences by phone, by mobile phone, if you meet him in the mosque, if you meet him in his office, if you meet him in the street, you offer condolences. There is no need to designate a place or to gather. All of this is bid'ah (religious innovation).

The presenter:
May Allah reward you.