Question:
We were given as gifts some Indian statues. One was made from stone which we have put outside in the shed, one is made from sandal wood and one is a head of Buddha made from wood. We were thinking of giving it to Hindus. Is it permissible or should we throw them?
Thanks
Answer:
From an incident occurred between the Prophet (s) and Umar (ra) we
conclude that it is permissible to give haram gifts to a polytheist.
(Bukhari, 837, 896)
Imam Senad Agic
American Islamic Center – Chicago
Majlis #1 Head Imam (IABNA)
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