Ability, finances and the hajj queue
Is the Hajj valid if a person performs it using money given by their children?
Answer in brief
A Hajj performed with money provided by one's children is valid, and it fulfils the fifth pillar of Islam for that person. The fatwa states that children are not obliged to cover their parents' Hajj costs even when they are able to. Providing such support is regarded as an act of kindness toward parents, and the Hajj is accepted by Allah SWT.
Summary written by DHUMY from the Malay original and checked against it.
Justeru, ibadah haji yang dilaksanakan dengan menggunakan wang perbelanjaan yang diberikan oleh anak-anak adalah sah dan diterima di sisi Allah SWT.
Source
BAYAN LI AL-HAJ #SIRI 10: HUKUM MELAKSANAKAN HAJI MENGGUNAKAN BANTUAN PERBELANJAAN DARIPADA ANAK-ANAKOffice of the Mufti of the Federal Territories · Bayan Li al-Haj · Published 10 August 2017
This page summarises a published fatwa; it is not a new ruling. For your own situation, read the full fatwa or consult the mufti office of your state.
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- What is the ruling on jumping the Hajj queue by paying an insider, and is it sinful?
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