Question
Is it permissible to distribute English translations of the Qur'aan without the Arabic text to non-Muslims? Some people say that it is permissible because they have no concept of Tahaarat, and also the Arabic text is not included.
Answer
They are in grievous error for distributing the English translation of the Qur'aan Majeed to non-Muslims. Furthermore, it is not permissible to print a Qur'aan without the Arabic text. The argument regarding Tahaarat is stupid and irrational. In view of non-Muslims having no concept of Tahaarat, there is a greater need to save the Qur'aan Majeed from defilement. Would they like to see pages of the Qur'aan Majeed used in the toilet, cast into the trash, etc.?
- Source
- themajlis.co.za
- Published in
- The Majlis Vol 24 No 07
- PDF page
- 12
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