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The Meaning of 'Contrary to What is Preferred' in Cutting Hair and Nails for the Sacrificer
What is meant by 'contrary to what is preferred' in the matter of cutting hair and nails for those who are not performing Hajj during the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah? And is the hadith of Umm Salamah abrogated?
Answer
I say, and with God's help: It is contrary to what is preferable, meaning it is disliked in a minor sense, taking into account the reported hadith, even if it has been abrogated, as is established. And God knows best.
