Question: It is said that we should not greet non-Muslims with “Salaam.” Can we greet them with “Namaste” or something else in their language?
Answer: It is not permissible to greet non-Muslims with “Salaam” or respond to their greeting of “Salaam.” Additionally, Muslims should not use greetings like “Namaste” or other similar phrases from non-Muslim traditions. However, simple and neutral phrases such as “Hello,” “Good Morning,” or “Greetings” may be used when addressing non-Muslims.
Respondent: Sheikh Maqbool Ahmed Salafi Hafizahullah
Jeddah Dawah Center, Saudi Arabia
Interpreter: Hasan Fuzail
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