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Is it permissible to write a novel inspired by stories from the Qur’an and the Prophets, which includes a dialogue with Allah Almighty, and is titled "The Sultan and 25 Brothers"?

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There is no objection to writing fictional stories, especially those that serve the Sharia. The title mentioned, "The Sultan's Brothers," is not, in our view, objectionable. However, when writing about the Prophets, Messengers, and their Sender, glory be to Him, caution must be exercised, and one should not elaborate excessively. Allah should not be described with what He has not used to name Himself, nor should one speak about the Prophets with everything that can be said about others. If the novel includes verses or hadiths, the accuracy of the citation must be observed. It is advisable to present what is written to scholars before publishing it.

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