The Ruling on Using Fragrant Substances with a Scent by a Person in Ihram
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Question:
There is a final section in this long letter regarding Hajj. He asks: As for mint, marjoram, and cardamom, are these considered perfume for the pilgrim? And what is the ruling on taking such things?
Answer:
Yes, the person in ihram does not consume these things; because they are among the types of marjoram, saffron, and mint. Everything that has a scent: because mint is among the types of basil, likewise marjoram, and likewise what is similar to them among those with scent, and likewise saffron. Leave these things alone as long as you are in ihram. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you
There is a final section in this long letter regarding Hajj. He asks: As for mint, marjoram, and cardamom, are these considered perfume for the pilgrim? And what is the ruling on taking such things?
Answer:
Yes, the person in ihram does not consume these things; because they are among the types of marjoram, saffron, and mint. Everything that has a scent: because mint is among the types of basil, likewise marjoram, and likewise what is similar to them among those with scent, and likewise saffron. Leave these things alone as long as you are in ihram. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you
Source
نور على الدرب - الفوزان - 03/220 — archive.org (7:58)
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