Disciplining someone else's child in the masjid

Q: If another persons child comes to the musjid and is playing or makes noise can I hit him? If the child is between 7 and 12.

A: Do not hit him for his misbehavior as this can lead to a fight taking place in the musjid. Rather, inform his father about his misconduct and let his father discipline him.

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

 

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)