I am a Hindu and have many close Muslim friends. Many times on Eid, they invite me but I hesitate to go to their houses because I think the others may not like to have the presence of a non-muslim during their festival.What is the position? (1) Can a non-muslim visit a muslim’s house during Eid-with or without invitation? (2) Will the host commit a shirk in attending a non-muslim?? (3) Can some gifts like flowers etc. be taken? Please clarify.
Answer:
(Fatwa: 28/28=L/1429)
(1) Yes, one can visit.
(2) No, there is no shirk in the matter.
(3) Yes, they can be taken.
Allah (Subhana Wa Ta’ala) knows Best
Darul Ifta,
Darul Uloom Deoband