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Compensating for something one stole in childhood

· 19 Safar 1438 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

When I was a kid (5-6 years age), I remember that I stole a balloon from my classmate's bag. Now, when I am a grown up, I've realised that I've committed a sin. I've repented by heart to Allah. I tried to find my classmate and apologize to her but she is no more in my school. I don't know where she is now. What should I do now?

Answer

You can return it or its value to your classmate, and if you have no trace of the person then give the equivalent in charity on his behalf.

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

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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