Question
As part of my job I carry out health & safety inspections of various premises. Recently, I had to carry out an inspection of a sikh temple. They offered us food and I refused. As a matter of courtesy I had a cup of coffee. After my colleague had finished his meal, they brought in a jug of water to wash our hands. Again I said I was ok but they insisted saying that they preferred if I did wash my hands using the water. Reluctantly, I washed my hands. Now I fear I might have committed kufr. Would you please advise
Answer
Muhtaram / Muhtaramah
In the Name of Allāh, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāh wa-barakātuh.
Your acts of drinking coffee and washing hands do no constitute kufr
And Allah knows best
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