Is it permissible to shake a woman's hand on the forearm over clothing?
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A man is not permitted to shake hands with a non- woman using his arm, whether with a barrier or without one. The Shafi'is, however, permit shaking hands with a non-mahram woman using the palm of the hand, provided there is a barrier and no fear of temptation.
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