Travelling to the Haramain Sharifain with Father In-law or Son In-law

Q:

1. A daughter In-law intends to travel to the Haramain Sharifain with her father in law (but with out the husband). Is this permissible?

2. Is it permissible for the mother In-law to travel to the Haramain Sharifain with the son in law?

A:

1. At this time where there is abundant fitnah prevalent, one should safeguard himself from people entertaining suspicions and doubts regarding himself. Hence, it is advisable for the daughter in-law to be accompanied by her husband. 

2. Same as above.

قال محمد رحمه الله تعالى ويجوز له أن يسافر بها ويخلو بها يعني بمحارمه إذا أمن على نفسه فإن علم أنه يشتهيها أو تشتهيه إن سافر بها أو خلا بها أو كان أكبر رأيه ذلك أو شك فلا يباح له ذلك (الفتاوى الهندية 5/328)

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)