Old woman giving her grandson a large some of money
Question
If an 82 year old woman of sound mind, whilst alive, gives her grandson a large amount of money as a gift, can he take it or must he regard her as senile and not accept the money?
Answer
He can accept it.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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