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1604. Qais bin Abī Ḥāzim narrated from Jarīr bin 'Abdullāh that the Messenger of Allāh ﷺ sent a military expedition to Khath'am. So some people (living there) sought safety by prostrating, but they were met quickly and killed. News of this reached the
Prophet ﷺ upon which he commanded that they be given half of the Aql (blood money). And he said: "I am free from every Muslim that lives among the idolaters." They said: "O Messenger of Allāh: How is that?" He said: "They should not see each other's campfires." (Da'if)
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Commentary
Emigrating and residing in a non-Muslim country for the sake of better livelihood is an extremely shameful action, but going there for the purpose of preaching, safeguarding Islamic interests and acquiring knowledge is admirable and appreciated, provided one may manifest his religion without fear.
