What is the ruling on hanging a framed picture bearing the word "Allah" and the names "Muhammad (peace be upon him), Ali, and Fatima," along with a sword? Does this symbolize the people of innovation (Ahl al-Bid'ah)? And what is the ruling on hanging a framed picture bearing the word "Allah" with a photographic image of pilgrims circumambulating the Kaaba?
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It is permissible to acquire artistic paintings that bear the name of Majesty (Allah), or the name of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, or the names of the Companions, or the symbols of Islam, as long as they do not involve imitation or resemblance to the people of innovation. As for paintings that bear photographic images, scholars have differed regarding their ruling, and the most probable opinion is that they are permissible due to the absence of the reason for prohibition in them.
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