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Is it permissible for a minor (physically immature) child to call out the Adhaan?

· 8 Rajab 1421 AH1 min readFatwa 1191English

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Is it permissible for a minor (physically immature) child to call out the Adhaan?

Answer

The Adhaan of a minor (physically immature) is valid. (Tahtaawi pg.108; Qadeemi). However, a reliable adult should call out the Adhaan. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, ?The best among you should call out the Adhaan.? (Ibid)

And Allah Ta'ala Knows Best.

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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