Is it permissible to lie to children to avoid chaos when visiting relatives?
Lying is fundamentally forbidden, but it is permissible if one is compelled to it in order to achieve a benefit, avert harm, or repel injustice. In such cases, it is preferable to use allusions (ma'areedh) instead of outright lies.
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