Praying and fasting on behalf of a deaf, dumb uncle


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Q: I have a maternal uncle who is blind, deaf, and dumb. Moreover, he does not offer Salah (Prayer); he does not know how to offer it, and cannot understand what we tell him about Salah. What should we do? Can I offer Salah on behalf of him? Please advise, may Allah reward you with the best.


A: The guardians of your uncle and you are required to try to inform him about Islam, its pillars and rulings by using whatever possible means. For example, you can teach him to read by touch and similar reading techniques. As for offering Salah on his behalf, it is not permissible for a person to offer Salah on behalf of another person.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.




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