Why Tomb On The Grave Of Prophet Muhammd (sws) Was Built When It Is Prohibited?
The dome over Prophet’s (SWS) grave was first built by Sultaan Qalawoon al-Saalihi ( King of Egypt also known as King Mansoor ) in 678 Hijri. In 1253 Hijri, an order was issued by the Ottoman Sultan Abd al-Hameed to paint the dome green. He was the first one to colour it green, and the colour has been renewed whenever necessary until the present. The reason why it is not removed afterwards is so as to ward off fitnah and for fear that it may lead to chaos among the ordinary people. It’s construction has no religious bearing whatsoever.