Fatwa #1695624 July 2008United Kingdom
They have outstanding debts but still want to go for Hajj
Question
I have morgage outstanding my inlaws want to go to haj they are aware of morgage but still want to go should they perform haj ? ALSO IF THEY DO GO WHO IS COMMITTING SIN US OR THEM . also can you tell me what to read to help me clear the morgage. also my partner sends to much money abroad theyb seem to want more and more can you tell me a dua my partner will not understand i dont want to argue with my partner jazakallah.
Answer
In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
Assalaamu `alaykum waRahmatullahi Wabarakatuh
Your attitude not to argue with your parents is commendable.
It is a major sin to engage in an interest bearing loan. It is also a Sharii right to serve ones parents.
You should discuss this issue with your husband and adopt a practical way of overcoming your difficulties.
Your husband should inform his parents about his commitments and make them understand that he wishes to pay the loan as soon as possible to avoid the curse of Allah due to his interest deal.
And Allah knows best
Wassalam
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Darul Iftaa