Taking one's na baaligh nephew and niece overseas
Question
I would like to take my niece and nephew on a trip overseas. Both are not baaligh. Is this permissable?
Answer
Yes, you can take them.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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