Can a Muslim accept a gift from his kaafir brother?

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Question 46797

What is the ruling on two brothers, one of whom is a Muslim and the other is a mushrik and rich. Is it permissible for the Muslim brother to accept a gift from his kaafir, mushrik brother, or not?.

Answer

Praise be to Allah, and blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah:

It is permissible for a Muslim to accept a gift from his brother if he is a kaafir or a mushrik, because that may soften his heart and Allah may guide him to Islam. 

And Allah is the Source of strength. 

Reference

Alliance and Amity, Disavowal and Enmity
Gifts and Presents

Source: 

Fatawa al-Lajnah al-Daa’imah, 16/183

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