Question
According to the new law of Saudi Arabia, a person is allowed to perform Hajj once in 5 years. Is it permissible to pay the relevant authority or agent to acquire permission for Hajj?
Answer
Such a payment is a bribe which is haraam. It is necessary to abide by the once in 5 years rule.
- Source
- themajlis.co.za
- Published in
- The Majlis Vol 20 No 06
- PDF page
- 4
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