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Is it permissible for men to apply Hennah (Mehndi)?

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Q. Is mehndi permissible to apply for men? I have heard some say it can be applied on the little finger. Please advise.


A. The application of Hennah/Mehndi on the hands and feet are permitted for women and not men. Accordingly, men are not allowed to apply Hennah on their hands/fingers unless there is a medical need etc. to do so. (Al Bahrur-Raaiq 8/208)

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Mufti Ismaeel Bassa

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