Replying to the salaam of a non-Muslim

Q: What to reply do I give if my non-Muslim friend says salaam to me?

A: You may say 'alayk' or greet him in a way that is acceptable, like 'how do you do?'

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

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)