Plaiting the hair for men and women
Question
1. Is it permissible for a man to plait his hair. And if no then why?
2. Is it permissible for a woman to plait her hair. And if no then why?
Answer
1. In this day and time, plaiting the hair for males has become a style for gays and similar people. Hence, to oppose them is important.
2. Yes, it is sunnat.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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