Can a Muslim rent out his shop to chain-store who besides other food items sell alcohol?
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Can a Muslim rent out his shop to chain-store who besides other food items sell alcohol?
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Allah Ta'ala says, 'And do not aid in sin.' (Maaidah)
To let one's premises will be assisting in sin and promoting the evils of alcohol.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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