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Q 1: I have some brothers who do not perform Salah (Prayer). My father and I advise them frequently, but they do not respond. One of them is 17 years old, and the other is 18 years old. Until now, we have failed to convince them to perform Salah. (Part No. 12; Page No. 272) Knowing that their work is lawful, are their earnings Halal (lawful) and should we accept them? Is it permissible for them to stay and eat with us? They make fun of us whenever we advise them. What should we do with them? Should we kick them out?

A: You should advise and remind them often of Allah (Exalted be He). You can also make use of situations such as the death of a relative or visiting graves where the advice is easier and more effective. You should supplicate to Allah to guide them and He (Glorified be He) may respond. You can avoid sitting with them often.It is permissible to eat with them if their earnings are from Halal sources.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and Companions!