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Q 3: I have doubts that some of our relatives have (Part No. 22; Page No. 334) ill-gotten gains. Since we are relatives, we sometimes have to exchange visits and eat their food. Are we sinful? It is worth mentioning that I only visit them to become closer to them and their children and call them to Allah.

A: If you are certain that a person's gains are unlawful, it will not be permissible to eat their food. On the other hand, those you know nothing about their earnings or those whose earnings include both lawful and unlawful portions, there is no objection to eating their food. This is because the Prophet (peace be upon him) ate from the Jews' food although their earnings included some Riba (usury/interest).May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.