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Is it permissible to write fictional stories set in the period after Adam (peace be upon him), that include the creation of another race besides humans for worship, mentioning Qur’anic figures such as Gog and Magog, Harut and Marut, and a group of Jinn, as well as historical figures like Musaylima the Liar, and characters inspired by Satan, and is it sufficient to place a disclaimer at the beginning of the book to permit this?

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Writing fictional stories is permissible under certain conditions, including: that the reader knows they are fictional, that they do not contain an invitation to something forbidden, but rather aim to spread good, provide parables and admonitions, and teach courage. Lying and altering historical facts are forbidden, such as portraying people in a certain era in a way that contradicts their historical reality, or adding unproven events to stories inspired by the Quran. It is best for the story to be free from connections to a specific time, events, or known names.

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