What is the ruling on covering houses for decoration only?
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The Shaykh : What do you say about this question regarding covering houses for decoration only? It appears to be disliked because the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: Sahih Muslim 2106f, 2107a This indicates that the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) does not like that. However, asserting that it is disliked requires evidence, and every situation has its own ruling. If a poor person wanted to cover the walls with coverings for decoration, this would be considered extravagance and would be prohibited. If a rich person did not do it, it would be said that he is stingy. This is not... disliked.
The questioner : Should a student of knowledge be told to rebuke those who cover the walls?
The Shaykh : Depending on the situation. If he is poor, he should be told: why? If you spent this on your family and on what is beneficial, that would be better.
has not commanded us to clothe stones and clay
ما أمرنا أن نكسو الحجارة والطّينThe questioner : Should a student of knowledge be told to rebuke those who cover the walls?
The Shaykh : Depending on the situation. If he is poor, he should be told: why? If you spent this on your family and on what is beneficial, that would be better.