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Keeping away from a person who caused harm to one's family

· 16 Shawwal 1440 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

In Islam, we are not allowed to break communication with someone for more than three days. But what if we have a valid reason to?

For example, if a Muslim rapes a Muslimah and they live in the same community, are the brothers of the victim supposed to make peace with the rapist. This is based on a real life situation.

Answer

Obviously, this type of behaviour is unbearable. Islam allows you to keep away from such a person, like in the case of Hadhrat Wahshi (radhiyallahu anhu).

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

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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