Opening a bank account

· 1 Jumada II 1440 AH1 min readEnglish
Business and DealingsInterest and GamblingOpening a bank account

Question

In India we have all transactions through our bank accounts. Is it against taqwa to deposit money in the bank? I never use interest but distribute it to the poor.

Answer

Where there is a genuine need the ulama have allowed it. However you should ensure that you guard yourself against interest and things that are of a doubtful nature.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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