Encyclopedia of Islamic Doctrine: Intercession (Tawassul)

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Have you ever wondered: What the position of scholars of mainstream Islamic scholars on seeking means to Allah (tawassul) through the prophets and saints and in seeking their intercession (shafaa) is? Are seeking means to Allah through the Prophet and worshiping Allah not two entirely different matters? What is the position of mainstream Islam on invoking blessings on the Prophet as opposed to the view of the Salafis who impose limitations on it?