Fatwa #269314 April 2001United Kingdom

Is it permissable for sisters to greet sisters with kisses on the cheeks and a hug? I heard that this is not permissable or recommended.

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Respected Brother-in-Islam

Assalaamu Alaykum Wa Rahmatullaahi Wa Barakaatuhu

It is permissible for females to greet one another with hugs and kisses.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.

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