Kissing Al-Hajar Al-Aswad in case one is not performing Hajj or `Umrah
Q 2: What is the ruling on kissing Al-Hajar Al-Aswad (the Black Stone in a corner of the Ka`bah) in case one is not performing Hajj or `Umrah (lesser pilgrimage). We heard that this is impermissible?
A: It is impermissible to kiss Al-Hajar Al-Aswad unless one is performing Tawaf (circumambulation of the Ka`bah). This is based on the fact that the Prophet (peace be upon him) only kissed it while in Tawaf. (Part No. 10; Page No. 22) May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.
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