What is the ruling on offering condolences for the deceased at home after the burial?
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Consolation (ta‘ziyah) is recommended in Islam and can be offered in any manner and at any location, whether at home or elsewhere. Some scholars disliked gathering for condolences and the preparation of food by the deceased's family, while others permitted the bereaved family to receive condolences at home, as long as it does not lead to any religiously prohibited act, such as wailing. Scholars have differed on the issue of sitting for condolences; some consider it contrary to the , while others deem it permissible.
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