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What is the ruling on a husband holding his wife's hand, or a brother holding his sister's hand, in public in the street?

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The basic ruling is that it is permissible for a man to hold his wife's hand, and for a brother to hold his sister's hand in front of people. If custom deems this objectionable, then there is no harm in observing that custom.

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