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I know that it is haraam to get a tattoo. But what should a person do if he receieved it before becoming Muslim.

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Character & Morals

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I know that it is haraam to get a tattoo. But what should a person do if he receieved it before becoming Muslim.

Answer

All efforts should be made to remove it.

However, if that is not possible, then there is nothing wrong. Sincere repentance should be made.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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