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What is the ruling on dramatizing Hadith and illustrating Quranic verses in a way that aligns with their meanings?

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Firstly: The portrayal of Prophetic traditions () can be divided into three categories: 1. The first category: Scenes where the image aids in understanding the Hadith without any religiously prohibited elements, such as the portrayal of the Hadith "The likeness of hearts is like a feather" and "The likeness of a believer is like a date palm tree." 2. The second category: Scenes where the image did not greatly help in clarifying the meaning of the Hadith, due to its deviation from reality, such as the portrayal of the Hadith "The likeness of the house in which Allah is remembered" and "The likeness of the believers in their mutual affection." 3. The third category: Scenes that depict the unseen (Ghaib), which is religiously prohibited, such as the portrayal of the Hadith "If the Hour comes while one of you has a sapling in his hand, let him plant it," where the advent of the Hour is depicted, which is something that cannot be depicted.

Secondly: The assertion that it is forbidden to depict Hadith containing parables does not appear to be correct; for depiction in such cases is not an act of worship, and parables are used to clarify meanings. The Prophet, peace be upon him, used methods to clarify meanings, such as clarifying Allah's mercy and the closeness of seeing Allah, and he used illustrative drawings.

Thirdly: It is advisable to avoid using expressive background visuals while reciting the Quran for several reasons, including: 1. The Quran contains multiple meanings, and images may hinder contemplation of it. 2. Images may convey something other than what is intended by the verse, especially in depicting the unseen. 3. Images do not match the reality of the Hereafter. 4. Some verses include two opposing meanings that are difficult to depict simultaneously. 5. Looking at images may prevent one from pondering the Quran.

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