How authentic is the mentioned Hadith that describes the virtue of writing and looking at the descriptions of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, and the reward and recompense that results from that in this world and the Hereafter?
This has no basis and is one of the fabricated hadiths circulated by the Sufis without a chain of narration (). Its falsity has become apparent because it is not found in the authenticated books of . Furthermore, it is unprecedented in Islamic law to associate such an exaggerated reward with a simple deed. However, knowing the descriptions of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, is a righteous and beneficial act that indicates love for him and the firm establishment of faith. Love for the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, is among the noblest of deeds, but the sign of true love is adherence to what is proven and authentic from his Sunnah, peace and blessings be upon him.
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