Passing away while saving for Hajj
Question
If a person makes an intention of going for Haj and starts saving but passes away, will it be counted as if the person went for Haj?
Answer
Insha-Allah.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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