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Assalaamu Alaykum Wa Rahmatullaahi Wa Barakaatuhu
Read below – an American Muslim sister teaches us a practical lesson.
Salaams and request for Du’aas.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.
This past Saturday, I was visiting a close friend's grandparent in
Bloomery, West Virginia. It was a short, peaceful, visit. I was the only
Muslim with the hijab among my group of close friends.
On our way home, we stopped by a Country Buffet Restaurant for dinner.
I was alert, cautious, and aware of my surroundings...we pre-paid for
our food and headed to the buffet. Ten minutes after we settled into our
seats, the waitress leaned by our table with what appeared to be our
money and receipt. We assumed they were going to kick us out.
Although, what occurred in the next few moments was what I believed to
be the blessings and mercy of Allah. She told us on behalf of the
restaurant, they wanted to pay for our entire meal and give us a total
refund. They were very sympathetic of the innocent lives. The waitress by
her own personal expressions, was also sympathetic to the Muslim
Community and did not want to see any more innocent lives lost due to war. What
struck me the most, that brought tears to my eyes, were her tears. She
told me she was proud that I had the courage and strength to come out
and wear the appropriate veil.
This experience gave me a sense of encouragement in the midst of crisis
and confusion. There are many who are compassionate and understanding.
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