Reserving a grave
Question
Can a qabar be reserved for family members perpetually?
Answer
If the qabar belongs to one, he may do it.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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