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Is it permissible for a girl to kiss the hand of a woman whom she considers to be like her mother and who treats her like her daughter?

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Kissing the hand of someone known for their knowledge, righteousness, and religious devotion is permissible or even recommended. Imam Al-Nawawi said: "Kissing a man's hand for his asceticism, righteousness, knowledge, nobility, piety, or other similar religious qualities is not disliked; rather, it is recommended." Therefore, there is no objection to kissing the hand of a righteous, devout woman, as a form of honor and respect.

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