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Islamic Occasions and Moonsighting The Majlis Vol 23 No 05, p.2

In jail here in the U.S., prisoners are given a gift bag on Christmas day.

Question

In jail here in the U.S., prisoners are given a gift bag on Christmas day. The bag contains edibles, toiletries and other useful items which are much needed by inmates. Is it permissible to accept the gift bag?

Answer

It is permissible to accept the gift bag. The halaal items in the holiday gift bag may be taken and used.

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