Question
A Hindu embraced Islam to marry a Muslim girl. A Maulana says that it is not necessary for him to take a Muslim name. Is this correct?
Answer
Whoever advised that the Hindu should not change his name, has erred. The name may be retained for legal purposes since the identity document has that name. But to cling to the Hindu name after embracing Islam is not permissible. He must adopt an Islamic name. The Molvi Sahib should apply his brains constructively before proffering advice.
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- themajlis.co.za
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- The Majlis Vol 27 No 12
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- 8
Appears under THE FATHER’S RIGHTS? (approximate).