The Ruling on Eating with Non-Muslims
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Question:
What is the ruling on eating food with non-Muslims?
Answer:
This also involves a distinction:
There is nothing wrong with it if it is an occasional occurrence, such as eating with non-Muslims whom one happens to meet, whether they are workers or guests; there is no harm in that.
However, if one makes this a habit, eating and drinking with disbelievers, it is not permissible if one becomes accustomed to it. This is a type of loyalty and a type of friendship, and it may lead to consequences that are not to be praised, such as adopting their character traits, following their methodology, being pleased with their path, and the like. May Allah keep us safe.
What is the ruling on eating food with non-Muslims?
Answer:
This also involves a distinction:
There is nothing wrong with it if it is an occasional occurrence, such as eating with non-Muslims whom one happens to meet, whether they are workers or guests; there is no harm in that.
However, if one makes this a habit, eating and drinking with disbelievers, it is not permissible if one becomes accustomed to it. This is a type of loyalty and a type of friendship, and it may lead to consequences that are not to be praised, such as adopting their character traits, following their methodology, being pleased with their path, and the like. May Allah keep us safe.
Source
binbaz.org.sa
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