Is it obligatory for a woman to have a mahram (a relative one may not marry) with her during tawaf (circumambulation of the Ka'bah)?
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Question:
Is it better for a woman during tawaf around the Ka'bah to have a mahram with her?
Answer:
No, a mahram is not a condition for tawaf. A mahram is only required for travel. As for tawaf, a mahram is not required for it. However, the woman should avoid pushing and shoving with the men; she should stay to the side. If she has a man from among her mahrams with her who can defend her and take care of her, especially if she is elderly or ill, that is better and more appropriate, but it is not obligatory. Yes.
Is it better for a woman during tawaf around the Ka'bah to have a mahram with her?
Answer:
No, a mahram is not a condition for tawaf. A mahram is only required for travel. As for tawaf, a mahram is not required for it. However, the woman should avoid pushing and shoving with the men; she should stay to the side. If she has a man from among her mahrams with her who can defend her and take care of her, especially if she is elderly or ill, that is better and more appropriate, but it is not obligatory. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل يجب أن يكون مع المرأة محرم عند الطواف؟ للشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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