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Wearing a t-shirt with the inscription "godfather"

· 5 Muharram 1446 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

I bought a shirt that said “godfather” for my cousin without realizing that I am actually buying it for him and realized afterward and was a mistake. Is it okay for him to wear this and what should I do? He is not very religious so if I tell him not to wear it he will most possible not understand.

Answer

He should not wear this T-shirt as the word "godfather" has christian connotations. Explain to him that you made a mistake by purchasing it for him and that he should not wear the T-shirt.

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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