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I am residing with my wife and her adult two sisters.What rights do I have over them, as regards their behaviour?

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I am residing with my wife and her adult two sisters.What rights do I have over them, as regards their behaviour?

Answer

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'The brother-in-law is death (to the sister-in-law).

In view of the Hadith mentioned, you should exercise strict Hijaab with your sister-in-law. Do not look at them or talk unnecessarily.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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