What is the ruling on inviting non-Muslims through social media programs, such as BlackBerry Messenger, and what jurisprudential issues arise from it, such as deleting the invitee after sending a daʿwah link? Is it a condition to continue inviting them and answering their questions? And what is the ruling on inviting foreign women despite the daʿī's fear of falling into suspicions or viewing forbidden images?
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Inviting non-Muslims to Islam through social media is a noble act, but one must observe the Sharia guidelines to avoid discord. A scholar capable of refuting misconceptions may engage in discussions, while an unqualified person should only send verses, hadiths, and links to approved Islamic websites. It is not permissible for someone who fears misconceptions to engage in discussions for which they are unqualified. As for inviting foreign women, the dangers are great, and the principle is that women like them should invite them, while avoiding direct correspondence between men and women.
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