Does the pillar of Hajj fall away for a schizophrenic patient if the state prevents him from performing it?
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Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects thinking and behavior. If you recover from this illness, then Hajj becomes obligatory upon you if you are able to perform it, and the obligation is not waived by decisions of authorities. However, if you are unable to obtain a Hajj visa, then you are considered unable, and Hajj is only obligatory upon those who are able.
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