Using Copper, Brass and Similar Vessels, Wearing the Dhoti and Waist-Cloth, and the Hookah

Question

What is the ruling on using untinned vessels of brass and copper, smoking the hookah, and wearing the dhoti (a wrap-around loincloth traditionally worn by Hindu men) and the waist-cloth?

Answer

Using brass and copper vessels is permissible; however, if there is resemblance to the kuffar, it is prohibited. Tying the waist-cloth in a way that exposes the ‘awra, or tying it in the manner of the kuffar, is impermissible, while tying it in accordance with the Shari‘a is permissible.

Source: Fatawa Mahmudiyya

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