Flying kites

Q: Is it permissible for Muslims to fly kites as a form of relaxation or play? Is it imitation of non-Muslims?

A: On account of the wrongs that are associated with this type of amusement, our Ulama have discouraged it. 

And Allah Ta'ala knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)