It seems to us that the prohibition of weeping over the dead is taken from the teachings of the People of the Book. `Omer tried to implement such a prohibition during the lifetime of the Prophet (A.S.) in particular, and he did not desist from doing so, as the Prophet (A.S.) required him, except in appearance. When the Prophet (A.S.) passed away, and there was nothing to fear, the stand became political requiring reverting to what the People of the Book teach, hence prohibiting al-Zahra’ (A.S.) from mourning her father (A.S.) as has been indicated. This came in sync with inclinations, with the theological as well as political objectives. What proves that it is taken from the teachings of the People of the Book is the following verse in the Torah: “Son! I am taking the desire of your eyes away from you with one hit; so, do not wail, and do not weep, and do not let your eyes pour down tears. Sigh silently. Do not make an audible mourning over the dead.”^[1]