Keeping away from a person who caused harm to one's family

Submitted by user2 on Wed, 2019-06-19 07:53

Q: In Islam, we are not allowed to break communication with someone for more than three days. But what if we have a valid reason to?

For example, if a Muslim rapes a Muslimah and they live in the same community, are the brothers of the victim supposed to make peace with the rapist. This is based on a real life situation.

A: Obviously, this type of behaviour is unbearable. Islam allows you to keep away from such a person, like in the case of Hadhrat Wahshi (radhiyallahu anhu).

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

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)

Category:

Miscellaneous›Rights of servants›Family ties

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