"INNALLAZI FARADA ALAIKAL QUR'ANA LARAADUKA ILA MA'D", if one inscribes this on the wall of his house with his index finger, before starting a journey, he will come back home safe and sound.
Question
Please let me know, if this is correct, if so, the source. Also the Ayat location in Qur'an.
Answer
With regards to the Aayat mentioned. It is recorded in the book, 'Haashiyatus Saawi' that a traveller should recite this verse to ensure a safe return. The recitation is sufficient. This verse can be found in Surah Qasas Aayat 85
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Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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