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What is the ruling on bringing a disbelieving maid and allowing her into the Haram, and what should be done if one arrives with her?

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It is forbidden for a Muslim to take his disbelieving wife to the Sacred Mosque (Masjid al-Haram), due to the Almighty's saying: "So let them not approach the Sacred Mosque after this year of theirs." If he is compelled, he should offer Islam to her. If she embraces Islam, then that is good. Otherwise, it is not permissible for him to bring her to Mecca, as this involves disobedience to Allah and disrespect for the Sanctuary.

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