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Q: People circulate some pictures of the Prophet’s chamber, which contains the grave of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his two Companions (may Allah be pleased with them both). There are also cards bearing some Ayahs (Qur’anic verses) on the back of which are words indicating that they are endowed for the Sake of Allah on behalf of a particular deceased person. People usually exchange these cards on certain occasions, such as the Two ‘Eids and the New Hijri Year. We would like to hear your Fatwa in this regard in order to enlighten people. A: It is not permissible to distribute or publish these pictures due to the evils that follow from them, (Part No. 1; Page No. 167

A: It is not permissible to distribute or publish these pictures due to the evils that follow from them, (Part No. 1; Page No. 167) such as exceeding proper limits, Tabarruk (seeking blessings) through them, and exposing the Ayahs and Names of Allah (Exalted be He) to desecration. Also, it is not permissible to print or distribute the cards that bear Ayahs and have a phrase on the back indicating that they are endowed for the Sake of Allah on behalf of a particular deceased person. This exposes them to desecration and using them for decoration. The Words of Allah are indeed far exalted above this. Additionally, the cards in question cannot be made as Waqf (endowment). There is no Shar‘y (Islamically lawful) benefit that can be obtained from using them in the way mentioned.May Allah grant us Success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and Companions.