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Disposing of an English copy of the Quraan Majeed with only translation in it

· 29 Safar 1448 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Please clarify for me, with regards to an English copy of the Quraan (translation only, no Arabic) Mufti had replied;

1. There is consensus among leading ulama that the Quraan without the original text is impermissible and not at all correct. The right thing is to not use such a translation which does not have the original Arabic text.

My question is, should I dispose of this copy of the Quraan? Can it be burnt?

2. How do I dispose of Islamic writings and duas that have become yellowed with time?

Answer

1. Yes. Do so with respect.

2. As above. One way is to put it into a box respectfully and bury it at a place where nobody will tramp.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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