Darul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah

Greeting People of the Book; accepting presents from them.

· 25 Ramadan 1421 AH1 min readFatwa 1777English

Question

1. Are we allowed to greet people of the book (Christians, Jews) when they have their festivals? 2. If we are allowed, how do we do that ? 3. Are we allowed to accept presents from them, in their festivals ? Jazakum Allahu khayaran

Answer

You can look for the answer on www.jamiat.org.za.

While it is permissible to accept gifts from non-Muslims, extreme precaution should be taken. For example, during their religious festivals, edibles are generally prayed on; to consume such food is Haraam. Therefore, as a matter of precaution all edibles given by non-Muslims during their festivals should not be consumed. It is also not permissible to participate in their functions and festivals. (Fataawa Abdul Hai pg. 482)

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Mufti E.Desai

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