The Recommendation of Reciprocating a Gift
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Question:
Which is better: reciprocating a gift when it is given to me, or spending money on my parents and close relatives? I am aware that I cannot do both.
Answer:
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), when a gift was presented to him, would accept it and give a gift in return to the one who brought it. The recipient may accept the return gift, meaning he is given something in exchange.
However, if he does not want a return gift, there is no blame on him. If it was a charity given because of his poverty, or given to him from zakat, then he does not need to reciprocate. But for an ordinary gift given to endear oneself, it is better to reciprocate and give something in return for his gift. The Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) would accept gifts and give gifts in return. May Allah send blessings upon him.
The presenter: May Allah reward you, Your Eminence.
Which is better: reciprocating a gift when it is given to me, or spending money on my parents and close relatives? I am aware that I cannot do both.
Answer:
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), when a gift was presented to him, would accept it and give a gift in return to the one who brought it. The recipient may accept the return gift, meaning he is given something in exchange.
However, if he does not want a return gift, there is no blame on him. If it was a charity given because of his poverty, or given to him from zakat, then he does not need to reciprocate. But for an ordinary gift given to endear oneself, it is better to reciprocate and give something in return for his gift. The Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) would accept gifts and give gifts in return. May Allah send blessings upon him.
The presenter: May Allah reward you, Your Eminence.
Source
binbaz.org.sa
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