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Is it allowed for a male to chat with a female ONLY about Islam, in the presence of other people in the chat room? The female will be treated as a sister.

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Is it allowed for a male to chat with a female ONLY about Islam, in the presence of other people in the chat room? The female will be treated as a sister.

Answer

It is not permissible for you to chat with females. You may refer them to reliable Islamic sites or advise them to refer to their local Ulama.

We have come across many incidents where boys and girls have 'sincere' chat sessions that lead to a promiscuis relationship.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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