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Can we make Dua of forgiveness for one who has committed suicide?

Published as Making Dua of forgiveness for one who has committed suicide

· 16 Rajab 1444 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Can we make Dua of forgiveness for one who has committed suicide?

Answer

By committing suicide, one has perpetrated a major sin and is worthy of punishment. However, we cannot say that the suicider will never be forgiven. If he left the world upon Imaan, then after enduring punishment he will eventually be forgiven. Therefore, his relatives should seek forgiveness on his behalf and make Isaal-e-Thawaab for him.

References (Arabic / Urdu sources)

Re:- Kitaabun Nawaazil Pg.47 Vol.6 / Fataawa Mahmoodiyyah Pg.487 Vol.17

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Mufti Mohammed Desai
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