Question
I have been invited by a family member to attend the birthday celebration of her child. I shall not be attending. What should I do with the food which she will send to me? Is there any difference regarding the food of a khatam and the food served at a function of a new house?
Answer
Birthday parties/dinners are haraam. It is not permissible to participate in this kuffaar celebration. Inform her not to send the food because you will not consume it since the party is not permissible, hence the food is accursed. If she sends the food, do not accept it.
The same argument as above applies to khatam and new-house ceremonies. All such functions are impermissible.
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- themajlis.co.za
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- The Majlis Vol 26 No 04
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