Q: 2 – Title: I am a revert to islam and about to visit mecca/medina to complete my first umra.

Question

I am a revert to islam and about to visit mecca/medina to complete my first umra.before i reverted i was tattooed heavily on my forearms naturally my arms will be exposed and i have concerns and worries how this will be percieved.is it permisable to cover to cover my arms at the kibla? your advice would be appreciated.

Answer

In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

Assalaamu `alaykum waRahmatullahi Wabarakatoh

It is in fact advisable for you to cover your arms while in Ihram.

And Allah knows best

Wassalam

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Darul Iftaa, Madrassah In'aamiyyah