When we visit the graves of our relatives or those of the Ahl al-Bayt (as), is it permissible to place flowers on the graves for the purpose of showing love? Are there any traditions about such acts?
When we visit the graves of our relatives or those of the Ahl al-Bayt (as), is it permissible to place flowers on the graves for the purpose of showing love? Are there any traditions about such acts?
Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answered 6 years ago
Yes, it is allowed, although I am not aware of any traditions recommending it.
However, I think it is better not to use plastic flowers (which you see in some places instead of real flowers) for environmental reasons.
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