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Burning the Qur'an when one is not in his normal frame of mind

· 17 Muharram 1436 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

What is the penalty for a Muslim that burns three books of the holy Qur'an or what is the kaffarah for that considering that he is possessed by jinns?

Answer

If he is not in his normal frame of mind then he is excused.

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

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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