What does Islam say about kissing and hugging one's mother?
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Question
What does Islam say about kissing and hugging one's mother?
Answer
It is permissible as long as there is absolutely no thought of lust.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
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- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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