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Asslam-o-Alaikum Inshaallah, I will be going for Umrah in couple of weeks. The Plan and booking is to go to Madina first and then return to Mecca for Umra after two days. I was thinking to make Niyyah and put on the Ihram in Madina before I leave for Umra. Can I do that? Please advise in your earliest convenience. Jazak Allah

What do you think about Umrah in credit form?

Dear Brothers, Assalam alai kum warahmatulahi wabarkatuhu. My question is with regards to my intentions to perform umrah this ramadhan. Is it acceptable by Allah that his follower performs umrah with a certain amount of debt. i have to pay a small amount of money to my brother. my brother has conveyed to me that i can go ahead with my intentions and i can give him this amount later during the year. Can i still perform umrah in such situations. jazakala khair

Assalamu Alaikum Dear Scholar,I just want to ask about salah. What is the importance of leading the prayer? And can Shia and Sunni pray together? I mean what if Sunni lead the prayer and both the Shia and Sunni follow and vice versa. I do see people they do not pray behind Shia or Shia dont follow Sunni. Why is that matter a lot for them??jazakAllah for your effort

Dear All, Assalamu Alaikum. I am a Hanafi,Insha Allah I intend to proceed on Umrah. Appreciate if anyone could help me with "DO's and DONT's". Thanks Mohamed Ameen

Assalamu alaykumIs tourism in islamic countries haram or not??? Some scholars say its haram because the western tourist drink wine and wear halfnude,etc in the Islamic countries. Others say No its not haram. They are guests in our countries, we must respect them and they only do what is normal for them (drinking wine,etc.) and we must defend them from terrorism.

When one goes into Ihraam and on Arafah, do you have to remove your false teeth

Scholars of Islam, as-Salamu `alaykum. Can I pray behind an Imam who does not stick to the Sunnah? Is Prayer behind him valid?

As-salamu Alaykum.Dear Scholars,is shaving the head other than for Hajj permissible?What are the appropriate reasons for shaving the head and is it a Sunnah of the Prophet S.A.W?

dear scholar,assalaamualaykum wr wb, is it allowed to recite aloud when praying alone in one's own house,,, farz prayers or otherwise kindly clarify,jazakALLAHUMMA khair...wassalam

Dr. Monzer Kahf, a prominent economist and counselor states:”I believe that working in a conventional bank is not Haram. What is Haram is to write, sign or be a witness of a Riba contract. Working in the IT department is not part of this. Going for Hajj is InShaAllah ok and will be acceptable by

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. If someone has the habit of praying Tahajjud Prayer, and yet, sometimes he wakes up after the Fajr time has started but Prayer in the mosque has not started, can he pray 2 or 4 rak`ahs after the Fajr time has started as nawafil before joining the congregation in the mosque? Or should he wait for the sunrise and then pray these nawafil with ishraq? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

Respected scholars, As-salamu `alaykum. If I want to perform extra Tawaf while performing `Umrah, should the Tawaf be completed with Sa`i or could the Tawaf stand on its own? If so, must I finish the seven rounds or can I do any amount of extra Tawaf? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

If a bride does not feel ready to have sex on the first night, can she wait? Seeing as humans don't have a time limit as for when they feel ready and when you are practically given away to a stranger, would it then be ok for the couple to get to know each other after the wedding and have sex when they feel they know each other well enough (almost date after the wedding if you will)?Having sex with a stranger despite the nikah is just not romantic or wanted by most girls. Its awkward and almost rape if forced upon. I am sure you agree sex should be love and beautiful. Not force with a stranger. I seek your advice and divine guidance. As the matter is close to the heart.

I want to know when was Hajj made obligatory.

I want to go for Hajj, but my hair is very short. Can passing scissors over my short hair (without cutting) substitute for shaving my head? If somebody does not cut the hair short or shave, what must he do?

I did Hajj with my son and he paid for all the expenses of Hajj, but I wanted to pay for my Hajj with my own money. Does this have any effect on the validity of my Hajj ?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is Sa`i between Safa and Marwah an essential part of Hajj? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. If someone faints and remains unconscious until he leaves `Arafah, is his Hajj valid? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What is the wisdom behind Ramal (walking quickly) in Tawaf? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Can my mother, who is performing Hajj in a wheelchair and is suffering from bladder problems, wear diapers during Hajj?

What is the ruling if a person enters the state of ihram without specifying which of the three kinds he intends to do?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. While performing Tawaf around the Ka'bah, can a pilgrim recite a part of the Qur’an? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Some people start Tawaf from the door of the Ka`bah, not at the Black Stone. Is their Tawaf valid?

As-Salamu `alaykum. My husband (may Allah have mercy on him) passed away, and I want to delegate someone to do Hajj on his behalf this year. Is it correct for the one who does Hajj on his behalf to accept money for his efforts apart from the money that he will take for transportation and other expenses?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. A man performed Hajj Tamattu` but he did not complete the Tawaf of `Umrah, that is, he performed only four circuits after which he performed Sa`i, cut his hair and had intercourse with his wife, then he completed his Hajj. Is his Hajj valid?

A person travels from Riyadh to Makkah and does not intend to perform Hajj or `Umrah. After arriving in Makkah he wants to perform Hajj, so he assumes Ihram from Jeddah for the (Qiran) type of Hajj. Is his Ihram acceptable from Jeddah or does he have to sacrifice an animal? Also, does he have to go to one of the known miqats?

I am planning to perform `Umrah (minor Pilgrimage) with my husband in the coming Ramadan, insha’ Allah, but I fear that I will get my menstrual period when performing `Umrah. What should I do if it happens?

What should a woman do if she gets her period while performing Hajj?

As-Salamu `alaykum. I would like to know whether or not unlawful money is subject to Zakah. Jazakum Allah khyran.

<![CDATA[Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible for the Hajj organizer to make profit from the Hajj tour. And, if permissible, is there any limit to the percentage of profit? What is your advice? I look forward to hearing from you. May Allah bless you and reward you in this world and in the Hereafter. Ameen.

Scholars of Islam, As-Salamu `alaykum. A Muslim does not have enough money to perform Hajj, would it be ok for him/her to borrow money to perform Hajj?

Scholars of Islam, As-Salamu `alaykum. I’d like to know whether or not we are allowed to offer funeral prayer for a person who does not pray.

Is the pilgrim permitted to postpone Tawaf Al-Ifadah till the time of Tawaf Al-Wada` and to perform Tawaf once while having the intention for both?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I'd like to ask you a question about zakah. If a Muslim does not work or do trade, under what conditions must he or she pay zakah? And is it enough if one's parents pay the annual zakah on one's behalf or must the zakah be paid by the individual? Also, I own some collector's coins and notes, some of which still have legal value and can be used as regular cash. Will I have to add these to the amount on which I pay zakah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Is it possible to offer udhiyah (sacrificial animal) by means of the Internet through an authorized company that distributes the meat to the poor Muslim countries?

My father is in debts. I am working and I have a family to look after. Since I don’t have enough money to pay off his debts, am I allowed to settle the debts from my Zakah funds?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. I have performed Hajj before for myself and now I am going to Hajj this year and I want to make it on behalf of my uncle who died in a car accident. But I have a doubt that he prayed. Will this be accepted? Jazakum Allah khayran.

I entered ihram for `Umrah of tamattu`. I completed `Umrah and went home, and I did not enter ihram for Hajj. Do I have to do anything?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Can a pilgrim perform Sa`i while riding? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Scholars of Islam, As-Salaam `Alaykum wa Rahmatullah wa Barakatuh. I’d like to know where to place my hands while standing in Prayer, for I see people hold different positions in this regard. Jazakum Allah Khayran.

Is this true that in order for us to be Muslims we have to learn Arabic? I am a Muslim but I do not speak Arabic. I have read Qur'an and have lived in an Islamic country most of my life, but I had never faced such an important issue. Please clarify this matter through the noble Qur'an.

Undoubtedly, it is impossible to describe the sorrow and pain we all feel about what happened this year and two years before during the throwing of the pebbles during Hajj, and the pushing and shoving that caused hundreds of death. I am a witness to the fairness of the assistance provided by the Saudi government in order to facilitate the Hajj and to insure the safety of the pilgrims, but despite this tremendous effort people still die every year. In your opinion what should be done so as to prevent this repeated tragedy?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible for a pilgrim to perform Sa`i before Tawaf? Jazakum Allah khayran!

Respected scholars of Islam, As-Salaam `Alaykum wa Rahamatullah wa Barakatuh. Is it required for a witness to be present when someone accepts Islam?

As-Salamu `Alaykum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.Dear scholars, I would like to ask a simple question, which I have tried to find the answer to from a long time. Is there any scientific proofs that Prayer is good for one?Note: I need a solid source if you could please as I am going to use it for da`wah (calling others to Islam) purposes.

I performed Hajj two years ago but I could not pray inside the Ka`bah. Is it necessary for the validity of my Hajj to pray inside the Ka`bah?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is Tawaf Al-Ifadah one of the necessary rituals of Hajj?

Dear scholars! Salam! I have been approached by a non-Muslim that the components of the human body do not contain any composition to prove that man is made from earth or clay. I am sure we are. If it is written in the Qur'an then there is no question, but I just did not have the scientific background to answer this. Can you please help me on this?

I perform Hajj every year. I do not spend the night at Muzdalifah, but rather I stay at it for about three hours. Do I have to pay expiation or not?

Can a pilgrim earn money by being involved in work or engaging in business during Hajj?

While performing Tawaf I fainted after the fourth round. I was taken to the hospital, and after recovery I went home without completing the other three rounds of Tawaf. Is my Hajj valid?

How many times did the Prophet perform `Umrah?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. A pilgrim threw the pebbles on the second and the third days after `Eid. First, he threw the Greatest Jamarah of Al-`Aqabah first the Middle Jamarah and finally the Smallest Jamarah. What should he do? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. If the Iqamah for Prayer is given while I am performing Tawaf or Sa`i, what should I do? Should I complete the Tawaf or pray and then repeat the Tawaf?

Dear Sheikh, As-Salaam `Alakum wa Rahmatuallah wa Barakatuh. Is there any evidence that woman's manner of performing the Prayer is somehow different from that of man?

Scholar of Islam, As-Salamu `alaykum. I suffer from a contagious skin disease, and I intend to make Hajj next year, in sha’ Allah, although I may infect other pilgrims. What should I do?

We hastened to leave Hajj early and departed from Mina before sunset, so that we would not have to stay until the third day. After leaving Mina we returned and threw the pebbles after sunset. Is what we did permissible? Is it essential for the one who wants to leave early to throw the pebbles before sunset on the second day, or does the throwing have nothing to do with it, and is leaving before sunset what matters? What should we do if we have made a mistake?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Does Islam permit a husband to shave his wife's pubic hair and vice versa? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Respected scholars of Islam, as-salamu `alaykum wa rahmatu Allah wa barakatuh. I live in the West and want to know whether we Muslims should celebrate `Eid Al-Adha according to Saudi Arabia or according to our local sighting of the moon of Dhul-Hijjah?

As-Salamu `alaykum. If a Muslim dies before paying Zakah, should it be taken from the estate before distributing it among the heirs? Jazaka Allahu khairan.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What are the mistakes that some pilgrims make during the Farewell Tawaf?

I am wondering if there is a specific size for the pebbles that should be used to throw during Hajj?

As-salamu `alaykum. I have already performed `Umrah. This year, I intend to perform the obligatory Hajj. My question is what type of Hajj should we endeavor to follow as performed by Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) in order to obtain Hajj mabrur (accepted Hajj)? Which is the most virtuous type of Hajj: ifrad, iamattu` or qiran?

Did all the Prophets make Hajj to the Sacred House?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible for those who live in Jeddah to leave the Farewell Tawaf and then return to Makkah and do it when it is less crowded?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I want to know why a woman cannot cover her face while in a state of ihram during Hajj or `Umrah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Are there any specific du`a’ (supplications) to be made while performing Sa`i between Safa and Marwah? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Scholars of Islam, as-Salamu `alykum. I read in one of the Islamic books that Imam an-Nawawi said that one can read the Qur'an from the mus-haf (copy of the Qur’an) while praying. Is this true?My situation is that I only memorize about 10 surahs of the Qur’an. When I perform tahajjud (night vigil), I want to recite as many and different surahs as possible. Therefore, can I read from the mus-haf?

What should I do if I cannot perform the two rak`ahs of Prayer behind maqam Ibrahim in Hajj or `Umrah? Should I wait till the crowd of pilgrims decreases and then perform them at any spot in the mosque? Also, can I perform this Prayer outside the mosque?

Am I allowed to perform Hajj if I still have a mortgage left on my house?

I would like to know if a Muslim is allowed also to perform Hajj with two intentions. I mean, can he, for example, perform Hajj once, intending it on behalf of himself and also on behalf of a parent and thus gets the reward of the two intentions?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Can I pay for a relative to go for Hajj with a credit card?

What if I get very sick on the day of `Arafah and can't climb the hill?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Hope and pray you are in the best of health and iman and enjoying the blessed month of Ramadan. My Question is: After every four rak`ahs of Tarawih prayers, a du`a' is read by the congregation. I think this is mostly prevalent amongst Indian/Pakistani communities. What is the significance of this prayer and is it from a reliable source? Jazakum Allah khayran.

SALAM,  MY QUESTION IS REGARDING GHUSUL,WHAT IS THE EXACT WAY OF DOING IT AND THOSE TIME SOAP WERE NOT USED TO BE THERE SO HOW TO CLEAN THE DIRT IN THE BODY,IF I ILL DO (NEEYAT)FOR GHSUL,AND PERFORM GENERALLY NOT ACCORDING TO SUNNAH THEN WILL MY GHUSUL WILL KE ACCEPTED SORRY LAST QUESTION I HAVE BEEN ASKING PEOPLES FOR EXACT ANSWER ABOUT MY WUDU USALLY BREAKS WHILE PERFORMING SALAH,ALL THE TIME,CAN I DO WUDU FOR ONE TIME FOR ONE TIME PRAYER EVEN IF ITD BREAK IN THAT PARTICULAR SALAH SO THT I DON HAV TO DO SECOND TIME.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I have a friend who likes wearing gold and pure silk shirts, I told him that's Haram to do it, but he requested more convincing proofs. He is ready to stop wearing gold and silk at the condition to receive an Islamic opinion from a Muslim scholar. How can I advise my friend?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Can you please provide me with verses from Qur’an and the Sunnah regarding adultery? I mean anything regarding the punishment of adultery and how the adulterer is seen in the eyes of Allah. Jazakum Allah khayran.

as-Salamu `alaykum! Some steak or chicken that is served in restaurants is cooked in wine. So, is it haram (unlawful) to eat food that is cooked in wine?

Respected scholars of Islam, as-Salamu `alaykum! When a husband and wife have to part for a period of time from one another, perhaps because one is leaving on a business trip, etc., what is the proper way to say goodbye to one another? And, should they part with one another without first seeing each other in person? I guess this is kind of a double question. Thank you.

As-Salamu `alaykum! Is Keeping trousers above the ankles obligatory?

What is the Islamic ruling regarding trading currencies? How are they done today, and is it an Islamically valid transaction?

Do we have to pay Zakah on stocks and mutual funds that we keep as savings?

Does the son divorce his wife on his father’s will? I heard a Hadith that `Abdullah bin Omer divorced his beloved wife because Hazrat Omar did not like her? And she was the root of anxiety in their home. What do you say?

Salamu `Alaykum. I am an Egyptian girl. I love journalism very much. It is my major in the AUC. Could you please enlighten me on whether women are allowed to work as journalists or not? Can women also work as TV announcers?

Respected scholars of Islam, As-Salamu `alaykum. Could you please furnish me with a comprehensive answer to how could a Muslim offer expiation for breaking his vow? Please cite evidence to back your answer. Your earliest response will be very much appreciated. Jazakum Allahu khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum, dear scholars! Someone asked me the following question: Don’t you think that the verse no. 31 of surat Al-Ma’idah "Fa Ba`atha Allahu ghuraban ..." suggest that Allah Almighty assisted a criminal to conceal yuwari h is heinous crime? Finding myself unable to provide him an answer, I checked some books of Tafsir (Qur’anic exegesis) but they provided little or no assistance. So would you please furnish me with a convincing answer to this question? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear respected Sheikh, As-Salamu `alaykum wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh. Considering the fact that Internet booths/cafés are being used for negative purposes than for good goals, will we have to face Allah's punishment for running an Internet café? Will we be held responsible for providing this service which might be misused? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum. I would like to know what a person should do upon entering the mosque for Friday prayer while the khutbah (sermon) is being delivered. Should he offer the two-unit prayer (rak`ahs) of greeting the mosque or just sit down and listen to the khutbah? Thanks.

I recently had a serious car accident, and al-hamdulillah (praise be to Allah) no one was hurt. My mom thinks that she should give money to charity, thanking Allah for saving my life. I don’t agree with her and I would like to know if it’s allowed?

Scholars of Islam, as-salamu `alaykum wa rahmatu Allah wa barakatuh. Please shed light on the concept of Ihsan in Islam. Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum. What is the Islamic opinion regarding raising hands while reciting supplication or making Du`aa and what is the Islamic ruling regarding rubbing the face after finishing the Du`aa?

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. If a man is traveling by himself, is he required to seek the permission of his wife before leaving? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholar! Can we refer to the long-awaited Islamic state as being democratic or theocratic state? Can Islam be described as being democratic, secularist or communist religion?

Can we consider spouse’s being infected with AIDS a valid ground for the other to seek divorce? What is the ruling if the other spouse accepts the infection and keeping on living with his mate? Can he do this?

As-Salamu `Alaykum. I made a lot of oaths by Allah to the extent that I don’t remember how many, but I am sure that they are a lot. Now, how can I make Kafarah? I feel so worried about what I did and I am trying to keep myself from swearing too much by Allah, Insha’ Allah. Thanks a lot!

What is the true concept of brotherhood in Islam?

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. My job requires that I submit secret reports to my boss about what happens at work. Can this be regarded as a form of gossip? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum! If you get goods unlawfully (stealing, etc.) and plan to sell them but then you get conscience-stricken, and would like to get rid of the goods, what would you do? Would you sell the goods and give money to charity? Or would you sel l the goods and burn the money? Kindly give advice on what may be an appropriate action of repentance.

Dear brothers, as-Salamu `alaykum. Does reading the Qur’an help in curing illness?