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Can I attend women only functions? Like mehndi, bridal/baby showers? if husband drops off & picks me up?

· 7 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1423 AH1 min readFatwa 7690English

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Can I attend women only functions? Like mehndi, bridal/baby showers? if husband drops off & picks me up?

Answer

Mehndi, bridal/baby showers are all un-Islamic customs. A Muslim is not permitted to attend such un-Islamic functions even if the function is open to ladies exclusively.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Muhammad Kadwa
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