Making a bequest to be given ghusl with zamzam
Question
If someone makes a bequest that his body should be washed with Zamzam when he is being given ghusl, is this permissible?
Answer
When normal water is available then avoid using zamzam water.
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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