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Answers: 12Alliance and Amity, Disavowal and Enmity
Guidelines on Imitating Non-Muslims
Islam provides clear guidelines on the imitation of non-Muslims, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a distinct Islamic identity. While certain forms of imitation may be permissible, particularly in non-religious matters that do not contradict Islamic teachings, caution is necessary. Muslims are advised to avoid practices that are unique to non-Muslim religions or customs, especially those that may lead to a weakening of Islamic principles.119,991Is It Haram to Accept Christmas Gifts?
There is nothing wrong with accepting a gift from a non-Muslim on Christmas and that is not regarded as participating in it or approving of it, rather it should be accepted as an act of kindness with the aim of softening his heart and calling him to Islam.213,798He is suffering because of his Muslim colleagues’ laziness in studying; should he work with non-Muslims?
19,148Ruling on saying that the attitude of the kuffaar is better than the attitude of the Muslims
43,184Collecting donations to give gifts to poor families at Christmas
33,177Can Muslims Join Non-Muslim Festivals?
It is not permissible to join in the non-Muslim festivals because this entails imitating or resembling them and taking part in their festivals is a kind of befriending them and showing love for them.67,418Is his preferring to work with non-Muslims regarded as taking them as close friends?
34,519A Muslim is collecting donations for the church – will he fasting be accepted?
28,257Can You Initiate a Greeting to a Non-Muslim?
Initiating a greeting to a non-Muslim is prohibited. But if they greet us, we have to respond to them. However, it is permissible to greet a non-Muslim first if that serves a purpose, or for fear of his harm, or because of blood ties, or for a reason that requires that.111,060Benefitting from what the kaafirs have
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