Is it permissible for the Prophet (peace be upon him) to build a house for himself in Mina?
Chapter on Selling the Musarrah (Animal with milk retained in udder)
Al-Mughni
Book of Sales
Primary text
When the Prophet (peace be upon him) was asked whether he should build a house for himself in Mina, he replied that Mina is a resting place (*Manākh*) for whoever arrives first. This indicates a general prohibition or strong discouragement against private permanent construction in Mina.