Ruling on writing fiction

Published

Jul 31, 2020 / Dhul-Hijjah 11, 1441 AH

Question:

Is it permissible for a person to write fiction stories, which are all lies, for children to read and learn from?

Answer:

It is Haram (prohibited) for a person to write such false stories. The stories mentioned the Qur’an, the Sunnah and other factual stories suffice and serve as moral lessons.