What is the ruling on reciting the Qur'an and dedicating its reward to the deceased?

The Shaykh : Yes

The questioner : Peace be upon you.

The Shaykh : And upon you be peace.

The questioner : Shaykh Nasser?

The Shaykh : Yes

The questioner : Peace be upon you, and Allah's mercy and blessings.

The Shaykh : And upon you be peace and the mercy of Allah and His blessings.

The questioner : Shaykh, I would like to ask you a question, if Allah wills.

The Shaykh : Please go ahead.

The questioner : ... he says

The Shaykh : Yes

The questioner : ... he says

The Shaykh : Welcome.

The Shaykh : Welcome.

The questioner : Is it permissible to recite the Qur'an and dedicate its reward to the deceased?

The Shaykh : Which deceased person?

The questioner : The deceased is a friend.

The Shaykh : No, it is not permissible.

The questioner : It is not permissible

The Shaykh : It is not permissible

The questioner : What if it is from the family?

The Shaykh : Only the father and mother.

The questioner : The father and mother.

The Shaykh : But.

The questioner : May Allah reward you with good, Shaykh.

The Shaykh : And you as well.

The questioner : Peace be upon you.

The Shaykh : And upon you be peace and the mercy of Allah and His blessings.