The history of the green dome The dome over the grave of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) dates back to the seventh century AH. It was built during the reign of Sultan Qalawoon, and at first it was the colour of wood, then it became white, then blue, then green, and it has remained green until the present. ===================== The scholars of the Standing Committee for Issuing Fatwas were asked: There are those who take the building of the green dome over the Prophet