Seeking help from a non-Muslim
Question
Is it allowed to seek help/advise from non-Muslim when one is stuck in a problem. It is also possible that he will not help or give the advice.
Answer
Yes.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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