What is the reason behind the requirement for a woman to travel with a mahram?
Published as Why must a woman travel with a Mahram
Question
What is the reason behind the requirement for a woman to travel with a mahram?
Answer
The primary reason is the command of Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi Wa Sallam in this regard.
Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi Wa Sallam has stated: “No woman should travel except with a Mahram (male guardian) and no man should enter upon her unless she has a Mahram with her.” (Sahih Bukhari)
It is thus a major sin for females to travel without a Mahram.
A wisdom behind this command is to ensure the safety of the person of the female and the safety of her chastity which is at greater risk during travel.
And Allah Ta’ala Knows Best
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- Mufti Moosa Salie, Mufti Taahir Hansa
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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