Pleasing one's parents

Submitted by admin on Tue, 2015-11-10 15:40

Q: A man wants to name his child Luqmaan, however his parents have requested that the childs name be changed to Talha. I fully understand the status of parents in one's life, however will it be permissible for the man to name his son Luqmaan even without his parents approval?

A: Yes, it is permissible for him to keep his child's name Luqmaan, however pleasing his parents and fulfilling their wishes is an act of great virtue and reward in the sight of Allah Ta'ala.

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

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)

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Miscellaneous›Rights of servants›Rights of parents

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pleasing one's parents

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