What is the ruling on a man applying henna to the fingers of his right hand, especially the pinky finger, at a wedding celebration?
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Dyeing hands and feet with henna is a female adornment and is not permissible for men, because it is an imitation of women, and the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, cursed men who imitate women. As for dyeing hair with henna for men, there is no harm in it.
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