What specific phrases should be used when offering condolences to a non-Muslim (Kafir)?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Funerals

Book 7 · Issue 3 · Bab 1

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When offering condolences to a non-Muslim, the correct expression is: 'May Allah compensate you for your loss, and may your number not diminish.' This statement intends for the increase of their number so that their Jizya (poll tax) revenue may increase.