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I heard somewhere that can alcoholic is denied namaaz-e-janazah is that true?

· 10 Ramadan 1427 AH1 min readFatwa 14596English

Question

As salamualiakum

I heard somewhere that can alcoholic is denied namaaz-e-janazah is that true? Kindly reply to my question with Quranic verses and hadith. I was also wondering if there are any surah's which a person can read so that their loved one can hate and stop the consumption of alcohol.

Answer

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah

Brother/Sister in Islam

It is Haram (expressly Prohibited) to drink alcohol or any other intoxicant. It is a major sin and incurs the wrath and anger of Allah. However, a Muslim alcoholic will remain a Muslim in spite of his bad habit and sin. In principle, when a Muslim passes away, Salatul Janazah will be performed for him. It is incorrect that a Muslim alcoholic is denied Salatul Janazah. If ones beloved one has this bad habit, help him to come out of it. Make Dua to Allah and offer assistance to the person to come out of the habit . consult with experts and implement their advices.

And Allah Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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