Is it permissible to wear a ring, whether made of silver or other material, engraved with "Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah"? And does the prohibition mentioned in the hadith of Anas ibn Malik, "Do not engrave upon it," include only the engraving of "Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah," or does it extend to any other engraving? And was the prohibition specific to the time of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, to prevent his seal from being forged?
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It is permissible for a Muslim to wear a silver ring upon which is engraved the seal of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him. The prohibition mentioned in the hadith was due to the concern of confusion during his time, peace and blessings be upon him, and that concern has now been removed. A ruling revolves with its underlying cause, existing when it exists and ceasing when it ceases.
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