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I just wanted to know if you can make friends with non-believers?

· 27 Jumada I 1421 AH1 min readFatwa 309English

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I just wanted to know if you can make friends with non-believers?

Answer

There are different types of association in Shari'ah. a) Mu'aamalaat (dealing), b) Muwaasaat (sympathetic), c) Mustaaraat (kind), d) Muwaalaat (hearty friendship).

The first 3 types of association are permissible. The fourth type, i.e. very close relationship is strictly prohibited with a non-Muslim as there is a fear of being influenced against Islamic values and principles.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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