Fatwa #269118 April 2001South Africa
Exchange gifts on the 10th Muharram or days before the tenth.
Question
Must you forward gifts to your family members on the 10th Muharram or 2 to 3 days before will be fine. The reason for asking this question is it allows my family members to choose their gifts prior to the 10th.
Answer
Respected Brother-in-Islam
Assalaamu Alaykum Wa Rahmatullaahi Wa Barakaatuhu
Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'He who spends abundantly on his
family on the day of Ashura, Allah will grant him Barkaat in his sustenance.
'
Spending abundantly does not necessitate the exchanging of gifts. However,
it will not be prohibited either.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.
Assalaamu Alaykum Wa Rahmatullaahi Wa Barakaatuhu
Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'He who spends abundantly on his
family on the day of Ashura, Allah will grant him Barkaat in his sustenance.
'
Spending abundantly does not necessitate the exchanging of gifts. However,
it will not be prohibited either.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.