At least 16 people buried following landslide in China
The country has been hit by damaging thunderstorms, leaving at least 275 people injured.
Tanker on fire off coast of Oman after being hit by projectile
Iran's TV claims the tanker ignored warnings, but no direct responsibility for the attack has been declared.
Hamas dissolves civilian governing body in Gaza after 20 years
Hamas has announced the dissolution of its civilian governing body in Gaza after nearly 20 years of administration.
Anyone who doesn’t feel for Palestinians is not human: Egypt coach Hassan
Hossam Hassan uses his FIFA World Cup news conference to raise awareness about the plight of Palestinians in Gaza.
Cuba sees nationwide power blackout for third time in six months
People in Cuba already faced an ongoing economic and humanitarian crisis, largely due to a US blockade.
Russia sends weapons to help Mali’s government hold off rebel siege
The Russian navy is carrying a shipment of weapons to help Mali’s government hold off a rebel advance.
FIFA defends Balogun red card referee after Trump calls him ‘a bit suspect’
Raphael Claus is 'one of the world's leading professional referees', FIFA says, following Trump's comments.
Balogun reprieve in vain as Belgium beat USA to set up Spain quarterfinal
Folarin Balogun's starting place, after a suspended red card, unable to influence USA, who succumb to superior Belgium.
Venezuela earthquakes death toll jumps to more than 3,500
Experts warn of an impending health crisis, with thousands sleeping in crowded temporary shelters.
Does Being Called “a God” by Text and Other Such Things Affect One’s Faith (Iman)?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If someone calls me a “god” in a text message or mentions something hypothetical like time travel,…
‘MAGA agenda on display’: FIFA, Trump slammed amid Balogun red card row
Football experts, officials warn of 'dangerous precedent' set by FIFA after U-turn on red card for USA forward Balogun.
Mbappe calls Paraguayan lawmaker ‘despicable’ over racist attack
France captain Kylian Mbappe has condemned racist comments from a Paraguayan senator.
Why el-Obeid matters as Sudan’s war enters a new phase
How fighting for el-Obeid could shape both Sudan's war and its humanitarian crisis.
Gambian mothers fear for their daughters as court weighs FGM ban
As The Gambia's Supreme Court prepares to rule on the FGM ban, mothers fear the law could be weakened.
Trevor Noah mocks Trump-FIFA World Cup red card controversy
Comedian Trevor Noah joked that Trump’s intervention in Folarin Balogun’s red card saga was “government interference."
Iran war live: Khamenei’s funeral under way in Qom; ship attacked in Hormuz
The UK's maritime agency says an 'unknown projectile' has hit a tanker off the coast of Oman, causing a fire.
Ronaldo says his last World Cup is over but Portugal decision can wait
Portugal captain admits his team's last-16 match against Spain was his final outing in the World Cup.
Over 5,500 children displaced by fighting in Sudan’s el-Obeid, charity says
Save the Children says families in and around the city of el-Obeid are facing increasingly difficult conditions.
Leading US Democrats withdraw support for Platner after assault allegations
Monday's accusations are the latest in a long string of controversies surrounding the Maine Democratic Senate candidate.
All to know about Ronaldo’s World Cup career as it ends in Spain loss
The Portuguese captain became the only player to score in six World Cups after his brace against Uzbekistan.
Late Spain goal eliminates Portugal, ends Ronaldo’s international career?
Sub Mikel Merino scores in stoppage time to give Spain a 1-0 win over Portugal in the last 16.
Canada picks Germany’s TKMS for new submarines
The German-owned naval shipbuilder made the bid with NATO ally Norway, beating out South Korea's Hanwha Ocean.
‘If you win, it’s a stain’: Americans react to FIFA-Balogun controversy
USA supporters divided on Trump's intervention and FIFA's decision to suspend striker's ban in Belgium World Cup match.
One Phone Call, One Vanishing Red Card — The Balogun Scandal
Al Jazeera's Basel Ghazoghli (@baselgazi) breaks down how the White House helped Folarin Balogun stay in the World Cup.
Morocco says it has dismantled ISIL-linked cell planning attack
Police arrest 10 suspects, seizing bladed weapons, military-style clothes and bomb‑making instructions.
Influencers say they’re ‘honoured’ to attend Khamenei funeral
Several social media influencers travelled to Iran for the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Can I Privately Use an AI-Generated Version of Someone’s Voice?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to use an AI-cloned voice of a well-known commentator privately among friends — …
Can a Muslim Serve in an Army That May Fight Muslims?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A New Zealand Muslim (Hanafi) is entering the army. He is uncertain whether he may be deployed to …
Am I a Disbeliever for Laughing at Jokes About the Religion, and Was Retaking My Shahada Enough?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I sometimes laughed at jokes that touched on sins or religious matters, and I fear this took me ou…
Is My Income Halal Working for a Water Park in a Non-Muslim Country?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I am a Muslim working in a non-Muslim country as a structural technologist for a water park company…
Do the Virtues of Sura al-Baqara Apply if Recited Over Several Days?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If Surat al-Baqara is recited in portions over three days rather than in one sitting, does one sti…
Is Saying “My Money Is for So-and-So” a Binding Admission (Iqrar)?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Does iqrar (acknowledgment) occur by a person saying that his money is “for so-and-so”…
Is It Disbelief to Repeat Song Lyrics Heedlessly for Entertainment?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A man repeats some crude song lyrics heedlessly, purely for entertainment, without attending to th…
Can Seeking Forgiveness From Those Harmed Be Waived If It Inflicts Greater Harm?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Years ago, while unmarried, I had an unlawful relationship with a married woman. Her husband disco…
Can a Husband Prevent His Wife From Performing Voluntary Prayers and Fasts?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Please explain Sunan Abi Dawud 2459 — is it authentic? And if a husband may restrict his wife’s vo…
Should I Leave My Husband Because of His Porn Addiction?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I was shocked to find my husband, married for two years, watching porn. He’s struggled with it for …
Is My Iman Valid If I Own Non-Compliant Shares?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If a person owns shares in a company engaged in shirk or kufr activities and sincerely takes the S…
Can a Husband and Wife Agree for the Wife to Lead the Household?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Can a husband and wife agree together that the wife is the head of the household, rather than the …
How Do I Heal the Gap Between Longing for Friendship and My Past?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Throughout my childhood and teens, I longed for outgoing friendships but could not pursue them bec…
Undecided Nation: How A Mosque In Kamagasaki Fills Japan’s Immigration Gap – A Photo Story
A Photo Essay by Tomohiro Oshima   Japan has never declared itself a country of immigration. Through successive revisions of its immigr…
Must One Cover the Nakedness (Awra) While Reciting the Shahada or Daily Remembrances?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I often suffer from waswasa about kufr and shirk, and I recite the Shahada for reassurance. If alon…
Is Marriage an Absolute Obligation for Every Muslim?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I am a 32-year-old woman. I was forced into a nikah that ended in divorce after 1.5 years, which br…
Is Saying “My Prayer Won’t Be Accepted Unless I Do This” a Binding Vow?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A person says her prayer “will not be accepted” unless she first removes oil through which magic m…
Is the Funeral Prayer Offered for a Non-Muslim? And Is One Excused for Understanding That from Quran 9:84?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Someone has claimed that the funeral prayer could even be obligatory for non-Muslims, using Quran …
Does a Serious Past Sin Prevent You From Marriage and Family?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question In my past, I committed a serious wrong that was never brought to light or punished. I have since …
Trusting Allah: Lessons from Hudaybiyyah
When life doesn't go as planned, the lessons of Hudaybiyyah remind us to trust the wisdom of Allah, Al-Ḥakīm. The post Trusting Allah: Lesso…
What Do I Do If I Bleed on the 15th Day of Purity?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My period started early on the 14th day of tuhr, causing confusion and stress. The bleeding is heav…
How Should I Perform Istinja if I Keep Doubting Whether Urine Has Spread?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question After performing istinja, what is the Hanafi way to dry the private area without worrying about uri…
How Do We Correctly Manage an Adopted Child With Non-Mahram Boundaries?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My wife and I, Sunni Hanafi, in our forties, are researching kafala. The child will soon reach the …
Is a Deposit-Based Lease Permissible When Facing Urgent Housing Necessity?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I am a Muslim in Chennai. I need to move urgently due to my autistic son’s needs and severe housin…
How Does the Prophet’s Love for A’isha Accord with Justice between Wives?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) openly named A’isha (Allah be pleased with her) a…
When Tawakkul Isn’t Enough: Why Financial Silence Hurts Marriages
Strong marriages are built on more than tawakkul - they're built on honest conversations about money. The post When Tawakkul Isn’t Eno…
Is It Lawful to Work for a Defense-Linked Aircraft Company?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I worked as an intern at an aircraft company that mostly built firefighting planes, but it also s…
Is It Permissible to Ask Why Allah Created Me This Way?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible in Islam to question Allah by saying that a person should not have been created…
Can One Wear a Small Mini-Camera Around the Neck?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question May a man wear a small functional mini-camera on a chain or lanyard around the neck, given that it …
Is Disclosure of Hearing Impairment and Vitiligo Necessary in Marriage?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I’m 23 with hearing impairment and vitiligo. Should I disclose these to my partner before marriage,…
Can a Hanafi Woman Living Alone Keep a Guard Dog?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I’m a single woman abroad, dealing with anxiety and loneliness, taking antidepressants. I want a pr…
Can a Muslim serve as a Crown prosecutor in Canada?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question May a Muslim work as a Crown prosecutor in Canada, given limited freedom to choose cases, the pros…
How Do I Return to Islam After Leaving and Praying to Other Deities?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question After a religious trauma, I left Islam, briefly took up another faith, and prayed to other deities…
Am I Sinning for Wearing an Amulet Under Parental Pressure?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Two young women write with the same trial: their parents compel them to wear an amulet (taweez) an…
Am I Still Muslim If I Struggle with Islamic Rulings?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I obey Allah out of fear of Hell, not out of love. Sometimes, I find some rulings difficult, even …
How Can I Avoid Gossip Without Upsetting My Mother?
Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question My mother loves gossip and stubbornly continues despite me asking her many times not to. I try not …
From The Chaplain’s Desk – Custody Of The Eyes: Lowering The Gaze In A Hyper-Visual World
One of the greatest challenges facing Muslim students today is not a new challenge. It is an ancient struggle that has existed since the beg…
Is My Prayer Valid If My Gaze Drifts and Intrusive Images Come?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is my prayer valid if my eyes were fixed forward instead of on the place of prostration? And is it…
Can I Rely on ChatGPT for Islamic Guidance?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to turn to ChatGPT for guidance on Islamic matters? I often ask it, but I have d…
Rules Of Islamic Inheritance: Dispensing One’s Final Act Of Justice In This Life
Disclaimer This article is not intended to be a detailed examination of the complex Islamic rules of inheritance – such a task is beyo…
What Is the Islamic View about the Belief System of Arianism?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question A few years ago, I read a book called “100 Great People of Islam That Changed The Course of Histo…
Is My Income from a Workers’ Compensation Board Lawful?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I work as an accounts representative for a workers’ compensation board, which provides insurance …
Did a Divorce Occur When Words Were Said in a Fight Without Intention?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Can I get divorced if my husband said ‘I divorce you’ twice during a fight without real intent? He …
Is Saying Ya Allah, I Will Not Do This Again, a Promise or An Oath?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question A few months ago, when repenting from a sin, I think I said to Allah ‘Ya Allah, I will not do this …
How Do I Distribute the Expiation (Kaffara) for Broken Oaths by Feeding the Poor?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In the past, I made oaths in which I set my own penalty, like saying, “if I do such and such, I w…
Is Playing Dream11 Fantasy Sports for Money Lawful?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I play Dream11, an online fantasy sports game where I pick a team of real players and sometimes w…
What We Keep From These Days
A letter from Shaykh Faraz Rabbani As a new Hijri year begins, it is worth asking ourselves: What will we carry with us from these blessed d…
Ashura: A Stick in the Oppressor’s Wheel
Our Prophet ﷺ never gave up on fasting on Ashura, which is the 10th day of Muharram (Sunan al-Nasa’i, 2416). The Quraysh used to fast …
[Podcast] Shifa Saltagi Safadi and the Formula for Writing Muslamic Books
Shifa Saltagi Safadi is back with her latest book, and more writing advice for Muslim authors! How much Islamic rep is too much Islamic rep …
Slam Dunk on the Mogadishu Court: The Islamic Courts Union of Somalia
  2026 brings a seminal anniversary to the history of Somalia and East Africa, but also an important and overlooked one in modern Ameri…
Far Away [Part 18] – The Flower Blooms, And The Flower Dies
As the caravan passes through Central Asia, Darius slowly falls in love, and Kuangren experiences something brutal. The post Far Away [Part …
Am I Sinning by Living with My Parents in My Late 20s After Medical School?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I want to ask if living with parents in one’s late 20s is unmanly for a Muslim. I recently graduate…
What Does It Mean to Say That Allah Is “All-Free”?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What is meant by the statement that Allah is “All-Free,” indicating that He is free of all need an…
How Should a Muslim Who Eats Only Hand-Slaughtered Meat Relate to Those Who Accept Machine-Slaughtered Meat?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question What is the ruling on machine-slaughtered meat, and how should someone who personally follows hand-…
So You Want To Become A Lawyer? [Part II] – How To Ready Yourself For A Career In Law
Previously (in Part I), I discussed some of the rationale behind the pressing need for Muslims to pursue law and emerge as excellent, well-r…
Is a Senior Data Analytics Role at a Buy Now, Pay Later Company Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I have been offered a position as Head of Data Analytics at a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) company. T…
Are Mixed-Server Online Games Like Arsenal and Piggy Considered Free-Mixing?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I play Roblox games — Arsenal, a team shooting game, and Piggy, where you escape a map. The server…
Can I Ask for Something Specific and Pray Istikhara Together?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I have read that in istikhara one should set aside one’s own inclination. Yet in supplication (du’…
What Makes an Image “Complete” in the Hanafi School?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question In the Hanafi school, what is the criterion for a “complete” image? Is a side profile showing one …
Is Istighatha—Seeking Help Through a Prophet or a Righteous Believer—Shirk?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is istighatha—seeking help through a Prophet or a righteous saint (wali)—shirk? May one ask a wali…
How Do I Deal with a Stressful Home Environment?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question At home, there is constant fighting, scolding, and lost respect; opportunities feel destroyed; and…
Does the Nasheed “Tajdar-e-Haram” Contain Shirk, and Must a Listener Repent?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Does the nasheed “Tajdar-e-Haram” contain shirk — especially the line “Irham lana” (have mercy on …
Does the Hadith of the Angels at Sunrise and Sunset Support a Flat Earth?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A report in Musnad Ahmad states that two angels descend on either side of the sun at sunset and ag…
How Can I Balance Modesty and Seeking Marriage?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question For many years, I have tried to lower my gaze strictly and literally. Now, at 41 and unmarried, I …
How Is Blood-Money and Retaliation Determined for an Enslaved Person?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Historically, was a free person executed for killing an enslaved person? Was the blood-money for a…
How Do I Renew My Commitment to Islam?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I keep falling into the same sins; my mind wanders during prayer; I struggle to pray Fajr and Isha…
How Do I Renew My Commitment to Islam?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I keep falling into the same sins; my mind wanders during prayer; I struggle to pray Fajr and Isha…
Is the Prayer Invalid If One Performs an Unnecessary Forgetfulness Prostration?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question After al-Fatiha, I forgot to say “Ameen.” I said it once I had gone into bowing (ruku) when I reme…
Is It Sinful to Follow a Minority Opinion Without Necessity?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is following a minority opinion without necessity unlawful? I have seen claims online—that self-st…
Is It Permissible to Pay for Part of a Gift That Contains Alcohol?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A classmate organized a group gift for a former teacher, and I am expected to pay my share. Most o…
Is Exposing the Forearms to Avoid Loose Sleeves Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question As a future doctor working with unrelated men, may I routinely wear sleeves past the elbow but sho…
Is the Ashʿari-Maturidi Creed Rooted in the Prophetic Tradition?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Some who call themselves Salafis say that the Ash‘ari and Maturidi creed is an innovation (bid‘a),…
Is an Hourly-Rate Freelance Contract Valid Without Specifying the Required Quality?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question Is hiring a freelance writer for one hour to write a product caption valid? Is the contract valid …
Is it Permissible to Sell Gaming Consoles?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to sell gaming consoles, considering what the main purpose of these consoles is? …
Does the Incorrect Assumption (I’tiqad) Impact the Tawaf?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question On the 10th of Dhu al-Hijja, a pilgrim may have made the intention for his farewell tawaf when it …
What is the Ruling on a Partner Under-Reporting Income?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question What is the ruling on a partner under-reporting income to save around £700 annually in taxes? The p…
Is Sparring with Headgear Permissible as Part of Self-Defense?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I saw that hitting the face is not allowed when boxing. If a person is wearing a head guard that co…
What is the Ruling of Catch-and-Release Fishing if it is Done to Sharpen Skills, not for Fun or Sports?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I’m 18, in the summer after high school, before college. I went fishing today with friends for fun …
How Do I Pay the Penalty (Fidya) for Fasts I Delayed for Years?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In 2021, I missed 30 fasts due to an illness that lasted 8 to 10 months. I forgot about them and …
What Does It Mean for a Matter to Be Known in the Religion by Necessity?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question To what extent does the concept of “known in the religion by necessity” (al-malum min al-din bi’l-…
Is It Permissible to Fly or Wear a National Flag That Bears a Cross, Such as the English or Australian Flag?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to fly the flag of, or wear clothing carrying the flag of, a country whose flag…
Hijrah: Powerful Woman Who Helped the Prophet (PBUH)
The hijrah was a perilous journey but it was one that had to be taken. Who was the powerful woman who helped Prophet Muhammed (SAW) during t…
Is Rational Inquiry (Nazar) Obligatory, and Is the Faith of the Simple Believer Sound?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am unsettled by Imam Juwayni’s statement that whoever dies, after enough time for rational inqui…
Am I Sinful for Speaking Near Someone Praying, Knowing It Might Distract Him?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I was speaking to someone about a matter I knew a nearby person, who was praying, was interested i…
Is Visiting Historical Sites in and around Madina Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Is it permissible to visit historical sites in and around Madina beyond Quba and Baqi — such as Qib…
Does the “No Harm” Principle Contradict the Marriage-Maturity Rulings?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A foundational maxim of Sacred Law is the principle of “no harm” (la darar). However, the minimum …
Is Allah Displeased With Me for Showing Irritation to My Mother?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question While I was studying, my mother asked me to serve dessert to guests, and I showed irritation; she …
What Does Islam Teach About the Dignity and Strength of Women and Why Does It Seem Centred on Men?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Why does the most perfect religion seem to fail to comfort women and to be centered on men, appear…
Is It Sinful to Believe Women Can Be as Intelligent as Men?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Am I sinful for believing women can be as intelligent or more reasonable than men? Answer In …
Is a Nikah Still Valid If the Wife Accepted Islam Outwardly and Later Left the Faith?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is a nikah valid if the wife said the shahada without belief and later left Islam? Answer In …
How Does Islam View Buddha and the Four Noble Truths?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is Buddha a prophet of Allah? And how should a Muslim view the Buddhist Four Noble Truths and the …
Is a Vacuum a Body (Jism) and Can a Space Be Free of All Substance?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question In theology, is a vacuum a kind of body (jism)? And can a space exist that is entirely free of sub…
Did Islam Spread Through Conquest?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Were the early conquests an “invasion”? Did the Companions weigh peaceful means, and does Islam va…
Must You Inform a Potential Husband of a Previous Unconsummated Marriage?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I had a nikah that ended before consummation. Must I tell a new suitor who values being the first…
Should One Support a Marriage to a Man Who Is Not Financially Responsible?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it wrong to support a marriage when the man is not financially responsible? Answer In the …
Is It Permissible to Invest in Companies That Carry Interest-Based Debt?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question What is the ruling on buying stocks based on companies that produce net positive value creation b…
How Can I Finance College the Halal Way?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I am a senior undergraduate student pursuing my degree in Kansas. I am trying my best to avoid ri…
How to Present the Prophetic Character to Non-Muslims?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What authentic examples from the Prophet’s life show his perfection in character, mercy, and cond…
Does Telling One’s Wife “You May Leave” Count as Granting Her Divorce Rights?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can I pray in a restroom if my job does not allow me to pray elsewhere? Answer In the Name of…
Is It Permissible to Pray in a Restroom When No Other Space Is Available at Work?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can I pray in a restroom if my job does not allow me to pray elsewhere? Answer In the Name of…
How Can I Heal and Move Forward if My Religious Upbringing Has Damaged My Faith?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Being withdrawn from school for religious studies harmed my faith and education — how can I heal …
Is It Permissible to Join Non-Muslim Holiday Charity Drives?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to join non-Muslim holiday charity drives, wear culturally associated items…
Does Breaking an Oath Repeatedly Require Multiple Kaffaras?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If a vow is broken before paying expiation (kaffara), is it still binding, and must it be fulfilled…
What Should a Dependent Mother and Her Daughters Do in a Physically Volatile Domestic Environment?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question How can two sisters and their mother safely navigate an abusive situation with a male family membe…
Are Passive Online Listings That Automatically Complete Sales During Friday Prayer (Jumu‘a) Considered Sinful?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A seller maintains passive online listings that automatically complete transactions when a buyer m…
Does Raising the Hands at Each Rak’a Invalidate the Prayer?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A worshipper raises his hands at the start of each rak’a. Does this invalidate his prayer, or the …
How Can I Help My Child Learn to Make Close Friends?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question In Islam, are parents required to explain to a child that: (1) nobody except God can fully know wha…
Who Becomes a Mahram Through Breastfeeding?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If a woman breastfeeds a girl and a boy within 2 lunar years, they become mahram to each other and …
Is It Correct to Follow Local Scholars While Using SeekersGuidance for Clarification?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Scholars in my region differ from SeekersGuidance on some fiqh issues. I usually follow my local …
Does Moisture Around the Anus Affect Wudu and Prayer?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does moisture around the anus after istinja that moves slightly in and out due to pelvic muscle m…
How Should a Revert Handle Family Opposition to Islam?
Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question I am a Muslim revert for the past 18 years. I have been married to my Muslim husband for 20 years. …
What is the Ruling of Marrying Someone Who Wants to Become a Professional Boxer?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I am considering marrying someone who wants to become a professional boxer. What is the ruling on e…
Does a Wife Have the Right to Earn Wealth?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If a husband only provides the basic needs of his wife and prevents her from working, does she sti…
Is It Permissible for a Divorced Woman to Work?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is It Right for Women to Work for Financial Independence After Divorce? Answer In the Name of…
Is It Permissible to Hold Money for a Relative Whose Income Is Mixed?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to hold money for a relative whose income is mixed between lawful and unlaw…
How Can Creation Be Perfect if Illness and Disabilities Exist?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How should the verse in Surat al-Mulk about there being no flaw in creation be understood in …
How Can One Help a Non-Mahram Woman in Distress While Remaining Within Islamic Boundaries?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How can one help a non-mahram woman in distress while remaining within Islamic boundaries? An…
How Is a Hadith Reconciled With Wording Not Found in the Quran?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A hadith cites Quranic wording that does not match the mushaf. How is this reconciled with the Qur…
Are My Past Fajr Prayers Valid if the Sun Rose While I Had Istihada?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have istihada. Sometimes the sun rose while I was still praying Fajr, and I did not know whethe…
Can I Use Pull-Ups for Anxiety Relief if Arousal Occurs?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I am an autistic Muslim woman with urge incontinence and OCD. Sometimes I use pull-ups on purpose…
Is It Permissible to Work for the UN, IMF, World Bank, WTO, and OECD?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Given the theories circulating about international organizations being embedded in systems tied t…
Is It Permissible to Pursue a Career in Writing Stories or Films in a Way That Pleases Allah?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to pursue a career in writing stories or films in a manner that pleases All…
Is the Hadith About Not Initiating Greetings With Non-Muslims Context-Specific?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is the hadith about not initiating greetings with non-Muslims context-specific, or is it gene…
Are Items Associated with Other Religions or Cultures Permissible to Buy or Sell?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question What is the ruling on buying, selling, keeping, or making items associated with non-Islamic r…
Is It Permissible To Engage with Fictional Media Containing Imagery or False Beliefs?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to engage with fictional media that contains human imagery or false beliefs…
Can I Consume the Liquid Inside a Soft Gel Capsule?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I have soft gel supplements with a gelatin outer shell and halal inner liquid. I cut the supplement…
What Are My Obligations if Work Makes Me Miss Jumu‘a?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I am a plumber in Ontario working from 12 pm to 8 pm, Tuesday to Saturday, following Shafi fiqh. I …
What Are the Prayer Rulings for a Woman Unable to Dress or Wash Herself?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If a woman is not able to wash herself, dress herself, or put on a hijab by herself due to a disabi…
How Can I Overcome Waswasa Regarding Wudu and Salah?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I suffer from waswas, doubting whether I recited Surah Fatiha fully or performed ruku. I see brown …
What Does Islam Teach About Slavery and Enslaved Women?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Do the classical rulings (a child’s status following the slave mother; a master marrying off an en…
When Does a Lingering Smell Affect Purity After Intimacy?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I’m a new Muslim. My wife used saliva as a lubricant during hand stimulation, mixing it with semen …
Is Charging a 50% Refundable Deposit for a Service Permissible?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is charging a 50% refundable deposit for a service permissible? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Mo…
What Is the Ruling on Mandatory Singing of Vande Mataram?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What is the ruling on making singing Vande Mataram compulsory in schools and madrasas? Answer In t…
What Are the Ruling and Virtues of the Night Prayer?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question The night (al-layl) begins at Maghrib. But I know that night prayer (qiyam al-layl) is specificall…
What Religious Obligations Apply to a Child with a Cognitive Disability?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What religious obligations apply to a child with a cognitive disability, and how should caregivers…
Should a Pubescent Child Tell His Parents About Same-Sex Attraction and Doubts About Islam?
Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How should a child experiencing same-sex attractions handle their feelings, especially if they are…
Does the Wife’s Second Use of the Same Delegated Authorization Count as Another Divorce?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A husband authorized his wife to divorce herself; she used the authorization once, was taken back …
Is Gold Spot Trading Permissible When Bank Settlement Takes One Extra Day?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to buy and sell gold on a spot basis when the sale completes immediately, but th…
Do I Need to Repeat Past Prayers for an Error in Wudu?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question For years, I washed my arms from the elbow to the wrist in wudu, not realizing that the hands to t…
How Do I Handle Misgivings in Salah and Prostration of Forgetfulness?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I struggle with extreme misgivings (waswasa) in prayer: I repeat al-Fatiha out of doubt, prostrate…
How Can I See Allah’s Signs in Creation?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I grew up westernized and secular. How do I shed ingrained prejudices and come to love the Arabs a…
Is Obedience to Parents Necessary When Sin Is Involved?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question My institution forces students to shave their beards, attend musical programs, wear shorts, and, a…
Is My Husband’s Emotional Attachment to Another Woman Considered Zina?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question My husband has spent three years fixated on a woman from his past — keeping and kissing her photog…
Do Four Witnesses Apply to Proving Sexual Assault?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Four witnesses are required to prove zina. Does the same standard apply to someone who has been se…
Can a Teacher Use Deception to Teach a Moral Lesson?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A teacher deliberately used a vague, true-sounding statement to make a student believe someone was…
What Do the Technical Terms of the Theologians (Kalam) Mean?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am studying theology and need definitions of technical terms the scholars use: sifat, huduth, ‘a…
Do I Have to Reveal My Past Sins Before Marriage?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question In my youth, I fell into sexual sins that I have long repented from. I fear that people who knew a…
Is Imam al-Ghazali’s View on the Excused Ignorant Valid?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Can Quran 17:15 be applied today in accordance with Imam Ghazali’s framework, which distinguishes …
Is It Permissible to Charge the Same Fee for Group and Individual Tutoring?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Dear Shaykh, I am a private tutor. Some sessions are one-on-one; others are small groups. May I ch…
Can a Woman Go to the Mosque with Scented Detergent on Her Clothes?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A woman finds that her clothes have a faint scent from laundry detergent. She chose this detergent…
Is Food Impermissible If Skin Falls In During Preparation?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Sometimes, while preparing food, small pieces of skin from my hands accidentally fall into the dis…
Is a Divorce Said in Anger Valid in the Hanafi School?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Dear Shaykh, a husband said, “We are divorced” (or a similar explicit phrase) during a moment of a…
Can Valid Silver Coin Be Sold Above Face Value?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question Is it permissible to sell a silver coin still valid for circulation for more than its face value d…
Is Ghusl or Wudu Valid with Synthetic Braids?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If a married woman has synthetic braids, does she need to undo them for ghusl? And is her wudu val…
Is My Prayer Valid If I Mispronounce Saad as Seen?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question When I am in salah, I sometimes mispronounce saad (ص) as seen (س). I can produce the right sound w…
How Should I Clean Madhy (Pre-Ejaculatory Fluid)?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have a medical condition causing uncontrollable release of madhy and possibly wady, making it d…
Is the Hadith of Good Deeds Being Multiplied 70 times in Ramadan Authentic?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is the hadith of good deeds being multiplied 70 times in Ramadan authentic? Answer In the Name of A…
Did Ibn Hajar al-ʿAsqalani Wrote a Book on Shaykh ʿAbd al-Qadir al-Jilani?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is the book Ghibtat al-Nazir fi Tarjamat al-Shaykh Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani (غبطة الناظر), published…
Is It Permissible to Keep the Ring and Gifts After a Broken Engagement?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question My engagement broke ten days before the nikah. The break came from his side, without a Sharia reas…
How Can I Overcome Waswasa and Despair Through Trust in Allah’s Mercy?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question According to the Hanafi school, when does exaggerated everyday speech, such as “you’re the best” o…
What Should We Do When Science and Hadith Seem to Differ?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I came across the hadith permitting the killing of the gecko, in which the Prophet (Allah bless hi…
Does Copying Divorce Wording into an AI Chat Have Any Legal Effect on One’s Marriage?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Does copying and pasting marriage-related questions or answers from fatwa websites into an AI chat,…
Does Saying “Keep Her Then” to In-Laws During an Argument Count as Divorce?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question A man had a heated argument with his in-laws and blurted out, “Keep her then!” At the time, h…
Are Security Deposits in Interest-Bearing Accounts and Insurance Permissible in Islam, and What Reliable Resources Exist to Learn Islamic Finance and Family Planning?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible for a landlord to collect a security deposit if the law requires it to be placed …
Is Working in Logistics for a Financial Regulatory Body Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is working in logistics for a financial regulatory organization considered impermissible if the wo…
Is It Disliked or Sinful to Shake Hands with the Left Hand?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I know it is recommended to greet and shake hands with the right hand. What is the ruling on shaki…
How Should a Listener Sit During the Friday Sermon?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is there any evidence for folding the arms during the first part of the khutba and placing the han…
Is Uncovering the Face Impermissible? Are Colorful Modest Clothes Permitted? And Does One Feeding from My Aunt Make My Cousin a Mahram?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is uncovering the face without a need impermissible? Are modest, colorful, or patterned clothes pe…
Does a Working Wife Lose Her Right to Nafaqa, and Is She Required to Contribute to Household Expenses?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I heard that if a wife works, she loses her right to financial support (nafaqa) and must contribut…
Can I Make Dua for Better Facial Features or Is It Transgression?
Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Is it permissible to make dua for more balanced facial features, like evenly spaced eyes or a diff…
May I Use the Lower Jeweler Buyback Price When Calculating Zakat on Gold?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question When calculating zakat on gold jewelry, may I use the lower selling price offered by jewelers rath…
Is Trading With Prop Firms Halal?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I trade E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQ) through a prop firm called Tradeify using simulated evaluation a…
Must Expiation for an Ihram Violation Be Given Within the Haram?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Must a charity or a sacrifice for an Ihram violation be carried out within the Haram? Answer …
Do I Need to Repeat a Prayer if I Am Unsure It Was Prayed During a Prohibited Time?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question If someone is unsure whether they prayed during a prohibited time, does the prayer need to be…
Has My Conditional Talaq Been Triggered by an Accidental Ejaculation?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If I masturbate before 7 June at 12:00 AM, my wife will receive a talaq after marriage. I was lying…
What Is the Ruling on Men Imitating Women in Skits or Jokes?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I’m asking about Tirmidhi 2784, which states that imitating the opposite gender is cursed and a maj…
Has My Conditional Talaq Been Triggered by an Accidental Ejaculation?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If I masturbate before 7 June at 12:00 AM, my wife will receive a talaq after marriage. I was lying…
Can I Create Cartoon Characters from Objects and Imaginary Forms for an Educational Game?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I want to develop an engaging educational online game and create characters that capture the audi…
Is a Yellowish-Brownish Discharge with Regular Yellow Discharge the Start of Menstruation?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I usually have regular yellow vaginal discharge. To identify my menses, I look for the color turnin…
How Should a Woman With PCOS and Continuous Bleeding Determine Hayd and Istihada?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question What does a woman do with continuous bleeding with PCOS? How can she identify Hayd vs. Istihada wit…
Is Standing for “Vande Mataram” Shirk, or Sin, or Neither?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question In my school, “Vande Mataram” has been made compulsory, and refusing risks harassment. May I stand…
How Do the Hanafis Distinguish Between Fard, Wajib, and and When Denial Becomes Disbelief?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question In the Hanafi school, the obligatory (fard) is established by decisive (qat’i) evidence such that …
Is There Consensus That the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) Is the Best of Creation?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I have heard there is a consensus that the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) is the bes…
Can Someone With a Sinful Past Call Others to Good?
Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question I neglected my obligations as a Muslim for the first 22 years of my life. I lived without guidance …
Is It Haram to Listen to a Nasheed You Do Not Understand?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is listening to a nasheed by “ISIS” haram if you don’t understand the lyrics and they are free of i…
Is One Sinful for an Unintended Physiological Response During a Halal Act?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I engage in a halal act out of curiosity or boredom, which involuntarily causes madhi and psycholog…
Can We Start a Group to Strengthen Faith and Encourage Good?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it allowed to form a group of twenty-five people to share advice and help each other strengthe…
Is It Halal to Earn Online Income by Misrepresenting My Identity or Location?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I live in Kenya and want to do online work like data labeling and content evaluation for US-based…
Can a Muslim Have Non-Muslim Friends?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question According to Hanafi fiqh, is it permissible to have non-Muslim friends? How do recognized scholars…
Is It Permissible to Swear by Allah Not to Drink Alcohol?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to make an oath to Allah not to do something that’s already haram? For example, i…
What Is the Ruling on Working for a Company Paid by Insurance Companies?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to work for a private health services company that predominantly receives payment…
How Much Entertainment Does Islam Allow?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question After my obligations and daily study, must I fill the rest of my time with worship and remembrance…
Is It Permissible to Use a Brand Logo Without Authorization?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A client asks a sportswear maker to place a Nike swoosh on uniforms for the client’s own team. The…
Can Muslims Play Racing Video Games Involving Speeding and Crashes?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to play racing video games that involve breaking traffic laws, street racing, s…
What is the Meaning of Kun Fa-Yakun (“Be, and It Is”)?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What does the Quranic phrase “Be, and it is” (kun fayakun) mean, and what does it teach us about G…
Does Walking Back for Istilam Invalidate My Tawaf?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I was in the middle of my farewell tawaf, and about a quarter of the way into the fifth circuit, …
Is Praying for Someone Enough After Wronging Them?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is there a boundary to the supplications (du‘a) we make? If a person asks Allah Most High to compe…
Is a Non-Lustful Celebrity Crush Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am a Hanafi in the United Kingdom. Is a “celebrity crush” (finding a celebrity attractive and fe…
What Does the Quran Say About the Crucifixion of Jesus?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am weighing the Islamic and Christian narratives of the crucifixion. Two things trouble me. Firs…
How Should I Repent for a Promise I Cannot Reveal I Broke?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A young woman shared photos with you for the purpose of marriage consideration, on the condition t…
Will There Be Education, Universities, or Grades in Paradise?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Will there be education in Heaven? For example, will there be universities and grades there? Answe…
How Should I Deal With a Parent’s Harmful Behavior?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question My mother’s conduct has changed over time in ways I find immoral, and it is harming me inwardly. W…
What Should I Do If a Friendship Is Affecting Me Spiritually?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I left school to memorize the Quran. I grew close in heart to a fellow student whose character I a…
How Should a Muslim Handle Rejection While Calling to Allah?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I try to call my family and friends to Allah, but they refuse and argue with me. How do I keep doi…
Can Shaytan Force a Muslim to Die in Unbelief?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question My brother lives as a Muslim but sins and does not pray. Can Shaytan make him disbelieve through w…
Are the Conditions of Prayer Separate From the Prayer Itself?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question According to Ibn Ziyad’s view on talfiq, would it be permissible to follow the Hanafi school on m…
Is Advance Payment in a Web Development Contract Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I entered into a verbal agreement with a company to develop a website for them. They provided me …
What Kind of Smoke Breaks the Fast?
Answers by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Two SeekersGuidance answers appear to say opposite things about smoke and fasting. One says passive…
What Is the Spiritual Meaning of Compound, Unseen Loss and Grief?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I carry complex, unwitnessed grief—multiple significant losses that were not seen or honored by fa…
What Is the Authority of a Qadi in a Non-Muslim Country?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What is the role of the Qadi (judge) in Islam, and can the office exist in a non-Muslim country su…
How Do I Cope With Deep Sadness When No One Believes My Pain?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am dealing with incredible sadness from an event that may not look traumatic from the outside, b…
Is Denying a Mass-Transmitted (Mutawatir) Hadith Kufr?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is denying a mutawatir hadith always considered disbelief by consensus, given the disagreement ove…
Am I Sinning for My Husband’s Mortgages?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question My husband took mortgages I disagreed with—our home, a rental apartment, and now a $1M commercial …
Is It Halal to Earn From AI Generated Female Images and Horror Videos?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to generate AI images of women with uncovered hair for documentary content? May …
Why Does World Never Fully Satisfy?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Why does the dunya fail to meet my needs and expectations? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merci…
Is It Wrong to Feel Deeply Attached to a Fictional Character?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am emotionally attached to Pompompurin, a children’s character. I want to know whether such char…
What Is the Textual Basis for Disposing of Riba Proceeds, and How Does the Hanafi School Derive Meanings and Rulings from Texts?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is the fatwa to give one’s riba money in charity grounded in the Quran by way of allusion (ishara)…
What Is the Ruling on Past Prayers in a See-Through Thobe and Prayers Without Witr Qunut?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I noticed my white thobe is slightly see-through when held against my body. I prayed many prayers …
Is It Permissible to Conceal One’s Conversion to Islam From Family?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible for a convert to delay revealing their Islam to their family due to fear of harm,…
Is Listening to Guided Relaxation Audio Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to listen to a guided relaxation or meditation audio? Answer In the Name of Alla…
Is It Permissible to Keep Contact With a Prospective Spouse Until He Is Financially Ready?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am getting to know a man with a view to marriage, and we are waiting until he is financially sta…
Is Marriage Permissible if Her Father’s Income Is Doubtful?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I want to marry a woman of strong character, but her father is a politician whose main income se…
Is It Okay to Reduce Quran Study for GCSE Exams?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I am six months out from my GCSE exams and struggling with procrastination. How much should I red…
Is a Sister Obligated to Help Resolve Her Brother’s Debt?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question My brother borrowed money from our uncle years ago, but the uncle has not repaid it. This has le…
The Day of Eid: Joy That Follows Surrender
In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate. Blessings and peace be upon our Master Muhammad and upon his Folk and Companions. Eid…
Is Seeing the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) as One’s Mother in a Dream Authentic?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I saw a dream I am certain was of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace), though he appe…
Is Lying About the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)an Act of Disbelief?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it kufr to lie about the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) when this involves adding…
Is Shaving for a Pilot Job Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to work as a pilot if the role requires shaving for the oxygen mask seal, and do…
Why Are Rabbits and Chickens Halal but Capybaras Not?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Why are chickens and rabbits halal when they sometimes eat their own feces, while one reason given…
The Day of Arafa: The Day Most Heavy with Mercy
In the name of Allah. Blessings and peace upon our Master Muhammad and upon his family and Companions. There is one day in the year that the…
The Takbirat: The Word That Walks Beside You
In the name of Allah. Blessings and peace upon our Master Muhammad and upon his family and Companions. For five days, the Muslim community s…
How Is Zakat Calculated on Long-Term Investments?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How is zakat calculated on a long-term investment portfolio? Is it due on the entire value, or onl…
Does a Husband’s Gift to His Wife Remain Hers After Death?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A husband bought property and registered it in his wife’s name as a gift. She passed away before h…
What Is the Ruling on Post-Surgery Bleeding and Prayer?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question After hysteroscopic surgery, causing continuous bleeding, when do I pray, and how to determine my …
Does Delayed Acceptance of Khula Count as Divorce?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is a husband’s acceptance of his wife’s khula request given months after the original offer, witho…
When Is Ghusl Required for a Woman After a Wet Dream?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am a teenage girl confused about when ghusl (the ritual bath) is required after a wet dream. I u…
Is “Izma” a Sound Name for a Muslim Girl?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is “Izma” (ازمہ) a sound Islamic name for a girl? What is its proper Arabic spelling, and does the…
Is it Permissible to Invest in a Shari‘a Non-Compliant Retirement Fund?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question My employer’s retirement plan offers only Shari‘a non-compliant funds. Is it permissible to partic…
Does Fear of Disbelief Mean I Am a Disbeliever?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Can a thought or denial in the heart itself remove a person from Islam? I have heard that the devi…
Can I Prefer a Female Doctor over a Male Sayyid for My Wife?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If a pregnant woman’s husband avoids a male Sayyid gynecologist and opts for a female doctor inste…
How Can Islam Be True if Secular Arguments Exist?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How can Islam, which began in the Middle East and was revealed in Arabic, and is now followed most…
Is Looking at a Woman’s Body Shape Through Clothing Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Even when a Muslim woman covers her body with a loose outer garment, such as a jilbab or Indo-Pak …
Is It Permissible for a Husband to Drink His Wife’s Milk in the Shafi‘i School?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible for a husband to suck his wife’s breast and drink her milk? Answer In the Name …
Why Gratitude Matters in Trial
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question You know life is the test filled with trials and tribulations whether good or bad, why is the grat…
Can I Ask Allah To Reunite Me With Someone in Jannah?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question May I ask Allah to reunite me in Jannah with the man through whom I found Islam, after our earthly…
Is a Nikah by Text Message Valid Without Witnesses?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Was my nikah valid when it was done by text on Messenger, with no witnesses on my side, and the ma…
Is Gifting All One’s Money to a Non-Baligh Child Valid?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If a baligh cousin of a non-baligh child says to the non-baligh child, “I give you all my money” or…
What Did Imam Awzaʿi Mean by Seeking Lenient Fatwas?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Has a Muslim who looks for easier fatwas out of personal desire, while believing in Allah and the …
Does a Late-Fee Clause Make Income Haram?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If a company’s contracts include impermissible late-fee or interest clauses, are the goods and mon…
How Does the Hanafi School Classify Shrimp and Other Seafood?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Why does the Hanafi school treat shrimp as lawful? The Arabs considered it fish, and why should th…
Do Spouses Use the Same Zakat Date After Merging Funds?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My wife and I had different zakat dates, but have now merged our funds. Which zakat date should we …
Is It Permissible to Buy Gold or Silver Using a Credit Card?
Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question Is it permissible to purchase gold or silver from a physical shop using a credit card (such as Vis…
Is a Transaction Invalid Due to Gharar, and Is Its Exact Nature Unknown?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My friend asked me to buy him an online subscription using my money; he would return it afterward. …
The Fire That Did Not Burn
In the name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful. Blessings and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace),…
Can a Husband Allow Men to Stay Overnight if His Wife Feels Uncomfortable?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can a husband allow men to stay overnight if his wife feels uncomfortable? Answer In the Name…
How Can I Strengthen My Connection With Allah in Times of Weakness?
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How can I strengthen my connection with Allah in times of weakness? Answer In the Name of All…
Does Returning a Bribe Remove the Sin of Accepting It?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does returning a small bribe remove the sin if I did not ask for it? Answer In the Name of Allah,…
Is It a Sunna to Touch the Ka‘ba or Its Kiswa When Making Du’a?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is touching the Ka‘ba or its kiswa during supplication a sunna, and is it better than simply faci…
Can a Wife Seek Divorce and Remarry if Husband Is in a Prolonged Coma?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What can a wife do if her husband is in a prolonged coma with no clear hope of recovery? Is it per…
Who Are the Strangers (Ghuraba) in the Hadith, and What Is Their Place in This Age?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Dear Shaykh, the hadith speaks of the strangers (ghuraba’). Those who hold to the religion as it o…
How Should I Balance Tawakkul and IVF After Ovarian Cancer?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am twenty-five, recently married, and lost both ovaries to cancer treatment; my uterus and remna…
Is the Marriage Still Valid After a Spouse Apostatizes and Later Returns to Islam?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question What is the Hanafi position on the nikah when a spouse apostatizes and then returns to Islam? Answe…
Can I Take Unpaid Leave Without Giving a Reason?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Dear Shaykh, my employer permits unpaid leave for personal matters. When I take such leave, am I o…
Are Authentic Hadith Found Only in the Six Canonical Collections?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What is the status of hadith graded rigorously authentic (sahih) in collections outside the Six Bo…
Can a Muslim Man Marry a Woman Who Has Left Islam?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question A man wishes to marry a woman who was raised Muslim and used to wear the hijab, but who now says …
Can Non-Muslims See Deceased Loved Ones Before Death?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What is the appropriate Islamic understanding of reports that non-Muslims sometimes see deceased …
What Is the Ruling on Nicotine Pouches and Their Income?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Are tobacco-free nicotine pouches permissible to use and sell, and what is the ruling on the income…
Is It Allowed to Repeat Duʿa in Prostration and Recite Verses from the Quran?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question May we repeat the same supplication in prostration (sujud) or in the seated recital (tashahhud)? W…
Is the Enneagram Permissible?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I have used the Enneagram personality system as a tool of self-discovery, and it has helped me. I …
How Does Islam Address Sexual Abuse and Healing?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What are the spiritual diseases that can lead someone to commit sexual abuse, to deny it, and to f…
How Should I Deal with Being Judged by My Outward Actions?
Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Others sometimes misunderstand me based on outward signs, assuming interests or disinterests I do …
How to Handle Wudu Doubts When You Have a Chronic Condition?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question How should I deal with constant doubts about wudu due to medical issues at my age? Answer In the …
Is Using a New Account Discount with the Same Details Dishonest?
Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question We wanted to order from a restaurant but chose my phone for a 50% discount, since I had ordered fro…
Can a Muslim Feel Patriotic Love for a Non-Muslim Country?
Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to feel patriotic love or attachment to a non-Muslim country in which one was r…