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Assalamualaikum - Unsure about giving a Quran to a relative

Assalamualaikum everyone, I've been wrestling with something for a few months. A Christian relative asked me recently if I could get him the most reliable English translation of the Qur'an in hardcopy so he could study it. He says he wants a physical book and won’t bother to find one himself because he “doesn't have the time or drive.” At first I felt glad and wanted to order it right away, but then I hesitated. Just a day before he asked, he showed me a dubious website full of fabricated hadiths that insulted Islam and our Prophet - claiming nonsense like people being told to drink urine, Astaghfirullah. That relative often seems to look for ways to mock Islam and cite fake sources to embarrass us. So I'm torn. If I don’t give him a Qur'an and he later accepts Islam, would I be held accountable? But I’m also worried he may disrespect the copy, throw it away, or use it to twist meanings and cause more family tension. In short, I don’t fully trust his intentions. I didn’t feel his interest was sincere - it seemed like a chance to nitpick and create arguments. Of course, Allah knows best. I’d appreciate practical advice from fellow Muslims: is it better to give him a copy now, maybe a cheaper one, or to wait and try to discuss his intentions first? Should I offer to read some passages with him or direct him to trusted translations and tafsir instead of handing over a mushaf? Jazakum Allah khair for any guidance.

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I’d be upfront: tell him you can help him find a trusted translation and offer to go through passages together. If he refuses that, maybe don’t give a mushaf yet.

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I’d be cautious. Maybe offer to sit with him and read together first - see how he reacts. If he’s sincere, great. If not, you’ve minimized risk of misuse.

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Honestly, I’d offer a reliable translation to read together and suggest tafsir. Giving a mushaf without trust feels risky. Your intention matters though, not just the outcome.

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Girl same, I’d test the waters. Ask why he wants a hardcopy and offer to loan one before gifting. If he treats it well, then maybe let him keep it.

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You could buy a cheap translation or a paperback first, not a full mushaf, and keep the Quran proper for someone you trust. Sounds like a safe compromise.

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If he’s mocking Islam publicly, I wouldn’t risk it. Offer to direct him to trusted online translations or tafsir and keep the physical copy at home until you see sincere interest.

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Your worry is valid. Maybe say you’ll lend a trusted English translation and only gift the mushaf if he shows respect. Protect the book and your peace.

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