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Congratulate non-Muslims at the time of their religious festivals

· 2 Safar 1437 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Is wishing hindu friends on festivels permissible in Islam?

Answer

We are commanded to refrain from emulating the kuffaar as well as adopting their ways. Nabi Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam said من تشبه بقوم فهو منهم (the one who emulates a people will be counted from amongst them (in the sight of Allah Ta’ala)). Hence, it is not permissible for Muslims to congratulate non Muslims at the time of their religious festivals.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Zakaria Makada
Checked & approved by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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