Using Google earth to determine the qiblah direction

Q: When determining qiblah direction, would a Google earth search be considered a valid qiblah direction?

A: It is important that you double check and don't merely rely on the result given.

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

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)