The Decorative Inscriptions in the Prophet’s Mosque
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Question:
Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. He says: In some large mosques, such as the Prophet's Mosque, there are many decorative inscriptions. Is it said that this is prescribed because it has been the practice through the ages?
Answer:
This is not prescribed, neither in the Prophet’s Mosque nor in any other mosque, nor in the Sacred Mosque. These inscriptions are not prescribed; they are part of the decoration, they occupy the worshippers, and they encourage tourists to come and take pictures for the sake of showing off. Yes.
Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. He says: In some large mosques, such as the Prophet's Mosque, there are many decorative inscriptions. Is it said that this is prescribed because it has been the practice through the ages?
Answer:
This is not prescribed, neither in the Prophet’s Mosque nor in any other mosque, nor in the Sacred Mosque. These inscriptions are not prescribed; they are part of the decoration, they occupy the worshippers, and they encourage tourists to come and take pictures for the sake of showing off. Yes.
Source
شرح كتاب المنتقى من أخبار المصطفى صلى الله عليه وسلم، بداية من باب اتخاذ متعبدات الكفار ومواضع القبور إذا نبشت مساجد — islamhouse.com (56:59)
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