The ruling on returning the salam to the Shi'ah
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The questioner:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, is it permissible to return the salam to the Shi'ah? And what is the difference in dealing with them?
The Shaykh:
It is permissible to return the salam to them because they profess Islam, except for the one from whom harm is expected, or who is arrogant toward the Muslims and arrogant in his dealings; such a person should be treated with contempt, and one should not greet him or return his salam. As for the one who is peaceful, conceals his beliefs, and remains silent, then one should return his salam. Yes.
The presenter:
Honorable Shaykh (may Allah preserve him).
The Shaykh:
He is not to be received with an open face, nor taken as a friend or companion to provide one with comfort. Yes.
He says: Honorable Shaykh, is it permissible to return the salam to the Shi'ah? And what is the difference in dealing with them?
The Shaykh:
It is permissible to return the salam to them because they profess Islam, except for the one from whom harm is expected, or who is arrogant toward the Muslims and arrogant in his dealings; such a person should be treated with contempt, and one should not greet him or return his salam. As for the one who is peaceful, conceals his beliefs, and remains silent, then one should return his salam. Yes.
The presenter:
Honorable Shaykh (may Allah preserve him).
The Shaykh:
He is not to be received with an open face, nor taken as a friend or companion to provide one with comfort. Yes.
Source
شرح الدروس المهمة لعامة الأمة لابن باز [ مجموعة من المشايخ ]، فتاوى الشيخ عبد الرحمن البراك — islamhouse.com (5:45)
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