Question:
Asalaamualaykum,
I am very embarrassed whilst writing this, but Allah Ta’la ordered us to ask those who know therefore i hope you will understand. I go to college & I was walking to my lesson with another girl & my teacher (Atheist) asked me which lesson I had and we said “xyz” and then he said “oh! good luck(in a sarcastic way), suggesting that xyz is a bad teacher” and then I said “she isnt a bad teacher” and then he touched my elbow a few times and said “I’m only joking!” (in a jok-ey tone) Who is at fault? Why do I feel guilty? I was feeling so angry at myself because i should have told him not to touch me, not only on a religious basis but because it is highly unprofessional. How can I prevent situations like this? Should I tell anyone? How do I perfect my modesty? Jazakallah Khayr :(
Answer:
wa `alaykum salam,
Don’t worry, you are not at fault. Don’t feel guilty as it was not your intention to make him to touch you. Actions are according to intention.
Imam Senad Agic
Head Imam (IABNA)
The Islamic Association of Bosniaks in North America
American Islamic Center – Chicago
