Friendship With Non-Muslims

There are four types of association and relationship defined in the Shari'ah of Islam. These are as follows:

1. Mu'amalat (Dealings)

2. Muwasat (Sympathy)

3. Mustaaraat (Kindness)

4. Muwaalaat (Hearty-Friendship)

Only the first three types of association are permissible.

The fourth type of association - i.e. very close relationship with a Non-Muslim is strictly prohibited in Shari'ah, as there is a fear of the individual being influenced against Islamic values and principles.