Does the presence of decorative statues in a home prevent angels from entering the entire house, or only the room where the statue is located? And does this ruling apply to small crystal statues?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
What has been reported, that angels do not enter—if there is a dog or a picture in it—is the house, not the room; because the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Indeed, the angels do not enter a house in which there is a dog or a picture." This includes the entire dwelling. There is no difference in the fundamental prohibition between statues made for decoration or for other purposes, although those intended for glorification carry a greater sin, and anything placed to be worshipped is disbelief. As for crystal figurines used as toys for girls, there is no harm in them.
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