When we knock at the door and someone asks who is at the door should we say Salam or our name?

· 14 Jumada II 1421 AH1 min readFatwa 905English
Character & Morals

Question

Wassalam

Answer

One should reply by stating one's name. When asked who is at the door, one may also say the Salaam.

And Allah Taãla Knows Best.

Was salaam

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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