Cutting one's nails at night
Question
Is it true that cutting nails at night is not permissible?
Answer
No, it is permissible for one to cut one's nails at night.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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