Will one be sinful for not wearing a seat belt?
Question
I would like to know if a Muslim would be sinful if they are not wearing their seat belt/a safety belt in a car/vehicle?
Answer
No.
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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