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If someone reaches Jumu`ah during the Tashahhud, what should he do?

As-Salamu `alaykum. It is stated that it is fard `ayn (an individual obligation) to listen to parents as it is obligatory on us to offer the Prayer, but it is only a sunnah to get married. Thus many parents force children to get married by using this principle. Please clarif y this because I am in a similar predicament.

As-salamu `alaykum. Given that there is no compulsion in religion, can a Muslim who is giving another Muslim a loan make conditions about the loan that it is not to be spent in illegal ways?

As-Salamu `alaykum. Is it wrong to shape one’s eyebrows if they are too broad?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. During Hajj I missed throwing the pebbles intentionally. Is my Hajj valid?

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. How does Islam view blood donations? If I live in a non-Muslim country, do I receive a reward for donating blood to the community I live in at large, regardless of the religion of the one who receives my blood? Jazakum Allah khayran.

I would like to know if it is mandatory to raise my hands in prayer while standing up after ruku` (bowing down). Jazakum Allahu Khairan.

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. What is the ruling concerning the deferred dowry in case of a wife's death? Should the husband give it as charity? Or should it be considered a right that is relinquished due to her death? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Some pilgrims pay money to some charitable institutions who slaughter the hadi (sacrificial animals) and distribute it all over the world. What is the ruling on this action?

As-salamu `alaykum, I am a Muslim woman and I want to know if a woman and a man are obliged to live together when they are married or if they can be married and live separately?

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

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. I was wondering if it is haram (forbidden) to wear nail polish when you pray? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Is it permissible for a Muslim woman to perform Hajj without taking her husband's permission?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I was just asking how was moon sighting done in the beginning of Islamic history. And how did it end up becoming the choice between following Makkah or the local moon sighting? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

I performed all the rituals of Hajj, but I forgot to utter takbir (say Allahu Akbar) and make the du`aa’ (supplication) while throwing the pebbles. Is my Hajj valid?

If it so happened that a pilgrim died on the Day of 'Arafah, should the Muslims wash his body and offer a funeral prayer for him or not?

As-salamu `alaykum. I have heard a lot of Muslims talking about the 15th of Sha`ban as a time for fasting and extra worship, yet I have never read any authentic hadiths to support this. What is your opinion regarding that?

Is it permitted for the imam to prolong the first rak`ah while waiting for others to join the congregation?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible to build a mosque or a school with ill-gotten money such as the money gained through gambling or stealing? Jazakum Allah khayran.

If before passing away a man tells his wife to remarry and even tells her whom he would like her to marry, is it wajib (imperative) for her to follow his will?

As-salamu `alaykum. My husband hit our 9- month-old baby on the butt, on the diaper, because the baby cries whenever he sees him. One day, he hit him harder than usual and I took the baby from him. He told me not to take the child away when he is disciplining him. He told me I did not know how hard he hit the baby because the baby cries all the time anyway. How can you discipline a baby? A baby does nothing to be disciplined for. My husband further stated that if I did not like his tactics, we can divorce and have a custody (court) battle. I told him that he would not get the child in this country. He said it would be my word against his. Should Muslims spank infants (newborn to three years) or hit them at all? Is it worth divorcing over?

I always hear about the greatness of forgiving or `afwu in Islam, but does a Muslim show forgiving for Muslims only or for non-Muslims too?

As-Salamu `alaykum. If after the Prayer is done, I found out that several hairs were not covered, even only one, must I repeat the Prayer? Or in that case is my Prayer still valid, because it was not intentionally and done by mistake?

As-salamu `alaykum. Due to privatization of certain firms, the shares of these firms are offered to the public for buying at a fixed rate. The public then sends in requests to the company to purchase these shares as they are speculated to sell at a higher price once they are listed on the stock market. Since the number of requests made far exceeds the shares offered, balloting takes place and the successful and lucky are offered the shares. Once the shares are issued, they are sold at a higher rate at the stock market. Is it permissible to take part in these public offerings of shares?

Are we, Muslims, allowed to read our daily, monthly or yearly horoscopes? Thanks in advance for your clarification.

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. It's a must to take photos for passport and other official documents without any sort of head covering in my country. Can I remove my hijab for such photos or is there some other option? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

Salamu 'Alaykum, I have a few questions:1.As far as attending jumuah prayer, if one has job during friday and cannot have time to get to prayer as it is difficult especially in my case I use public transport which takes even longer to get around, what is the ruling on that? 2.Last year i gave zakat which was around early november but i cannot remember the exact date, so this year how should i calculate the time which zakat is due?3.Finally i would like to know in prayer is there a difference between fajr and subh? Is fajr the sunnah while subh is the fardh? or do both mean morning prayer? Jazaka Allahu khayran katheerah. Salamu 'Alaykum.

Dear Scholars in Islam,When under stress I sometimes have a condition called irritable bowel syndrome which causes me to feel the need to pass wind suddenly and inconsistently. Sometimes, I go through a period without any difficulty but my symptoms can reoccur at anytime without notice, usually due to stress. However, I am able to control myse lf from passing the wind in order to keep my wudu. My questions are: a) so long as one does not actually pass the wind is his wudu valid, even if he is resisting the urge to pass wind? b) when combining Maghreb and Ishaa? I started to feel the wind during Maghreb prayer but controlled myself and continued on to praying Ishaa? and resisted the urge to pass wind, should I have made wudu in between the two prayers even though I didn?t pass any wind? I had just made wudu a few minutes prior. c) Is my Ishaa? prayer therefore invalid? I should mention that I also have severe waswass which causes me stress and in turn, I believe, makes my irritable bowel syndrome worse. -Your sister in Islam

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum.What is the ruling on using sewage water to perform Wudu’ (ablution) or Ghusl (ritual cleansing of the body) after it has been treated?Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

As-salaamu alaikum,We own a company that sells travel packages to students and tourists. We take a commission from the travel companies for each package we sell.  Some of the tourst packages we sell cover a number of items, like "air ticket, hotel, transport, food, and drinks."  The last item (drinks) might include alcoholic drinks. But it is the option of the client to use this right or not.Is it haram for us to sell these packages?Thank you for your kind response.

Salam Alikum, I have already managed to payback in full the mortgage for the house I am living in with my family. I want now to buy another house for commercial purpose (rent), but I do not have the full amount and I know I am not allowed to take another mortgage. However,there are now islamic mortgages through Islamic bank and HSBC islamic Amanah mortgage in London. Am I allowed to get a second islamic mortgage from one of these islamic  banks.Jazak Allah Khairthank you very muchessam

I currently have someone that i have been getting to know and i dnt want to use the term boyfriend. I know that we are not allowed to do any sexual activities. I hve been told by a muslim scholar that i have to introduce my partner to be to my dad. And dat if my dad aprooves of him and gives us hes blessing then we are allowed to spend time together and also that we are allowed to do any sexual activities. I want to know more on this issue ? Ive been told about the niqqa but my scholar says that if my dad accepts him and give us a blessing we are allowed to be together but the scholar also said that we also ave to do the niqqa in time. I basically want to kno if any sexual activities is allowed before the niqqa after ur parent has approved of our partner to be.

assalamu alaikum! what should be said while doing wuzhu?

As salamu alaikum respected Scholars,May Allah bless you. I have a Question about the following Hadith: ?Allah?s Apostle said, ?Gabriel has just now told me of the answer. If a man has sexual intercourse with his wife and gets discharge first, the child will resemble him, and if the woman gets discharge first, the child will resemble her.??Is this in the light of science correct, how do I have to understand this Hadith? Jazzakum Allahu khairan wa alaikums salam

aoa, what says islam about anal sex as my wife want anal sex as well as oral sex. plz conferm with your answer with islamic view.

Salaam Alaikum dear respected scholars in Islam It is stated that the Qasidah Burdah brings relief and benefit if it is recited. Is there any evidence to suggest this in the Shariah? Jazak Allah Khairun

Respected s cholars, as-salamu `alaykum. I would like to explain my situation. I am a student studying in a Western country and I am still living at home. I am studying tourism and have worked for the past few years in restaurants, until just recently. I did not know that serving alcohol and pork is haram. I thought maybe it was makruh, but once I found out it is haram, I stopped working and serving these things and I am repenting to Almighty Allah. It is particularly hard to find a job in restaurants or tourism in this country that does not involve serving these things. Very few restaurants do not serve these things, so I have many questions to ask:First, I had been working in restaurants which serve alcohol and pork for a few years and I managed to save a decent amount of money which I intended to use to get married and things related to that such as a deposit for an apartment. Is it permissible for me to use this money? Should I donate a specific amount of money to cleanse the money? If so, how much of it? If I should donate some money, does it have to be immediately or can I donate it at some time in the future?Second, my father also works in a Western country in the same field and his job involves serving pork and alcohol. Currently, I am in need of my father's support for study fees and help with costs for an apartment and other things. Is it permissible if I accept financial support from my father? Do I have to cleanse this money? If so, how?Third, should I pay zakah from the money which I have saved from previously working in serving alcohol and pork?   Fourth, in this country, and especially in the field of tourism, it is quite hard to find a job without having to serve alcohol or pork. Although there are some, I have been looking for a job for months and cannot find any that do not involve serving these things. Is it permissible to work in serving them temporarily until I find a halal job?JazakumAllahu Khayran

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Asaalam Aliekum warahmatulahi wabarakatu,I am a Muslim married woman who is in her 30th and had undergone chemotherapy and in the process as one of the side effect, my ovaries were destroyed but alhmdullilah I have recovered from the cancer and would like to have a child. I have visited various doctors and tried so many ways but it failed and doctors has advised me for an egg donation, so I would like to know if it?s permissible in Islam?Jizakha Allah

Respected scholars,as-salamu`alaykum.Some Western companies organize meetings and business dinners through which some employees drink wine at the same table where the meetings are held. What is theShari`ahruling about Muslims who attend such meetings and eat with these people at the same tables? Also, what is meant by the hadiththat orders us to avoid sitting at tables at which liquor is served?  Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

 Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. 20 years ago I bought a landed property with part of the money from a lucky draw that I won. You submit the cutting of the product and the distributor pick the winner.I understand that this is haram. What must I do now? the house is rented out. Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

Asalamalaykom,I have been invited to go visit relatives who live in a western country other than the one I live in, it is not that easy to find halal butchers in this particular city in Australia, therefore they just buy their meats from the local butcher not being sure of the way the meat has been slaughtered or killed and not being sure if the people who killed the animal are "ahlul kitab" or not, they do not eat pork though of course. Is it ok for me to eat at their house when I am invited, I feel bad refusing an invitation such as this but what is the shariahs view?Gazzakumallah Khayr

Respected scholars, as- salamu`alaykum. Recently some writings and opinions appeared claiming that the use of weapons of mass destruction against non-Muslim countries is permissible and that this opinion is in conformity with the Shari`ah. They base their opinion on some juristic rulings on the permissibility of sacrificing the lives of the Muslims who are taken by the enemy as human shields, attacking the enemies suddenly at night, and using fire when attacking them. Are these opinions correct and consistent with Islamic principles and Shari`ah? Jazakum AllahuKhayran.

Asalaam Alaikum,My wife constantly refuses intimate relations.  I have been patient and tried to set up reasonable times where we can spend time together.  She promises to do this, and then breaks her promise.This has been going on for 5 years.I have kids, and divorce simply isn't an option.I have strong control over my desires, Alhamdulillah.  I'm at the point where I think its justified for me to flat out refuse any relations with her, as she constantly breaks her promises.  She does occasionally want to spend time with me, but its even worse this way, as my desires become sort of inflammed and I want more.I'm not sure what else I can do.

Request for advise I am a convert to islam (some 3 years ago), my wife is a muslim too, we moved to another part of the UK two years ago for her to complete medical training and will move again in about 2 or 3 months. Last year our much loved cat was killed on the road, she is very much missed and still loved and cherished. We buried her in the garden where we live currently, and the thought of us moving and leaving her is causing a lot of heartache.the options to us are to leave her (this is many miles from where we will live), this is not our house and will have no control over any work which may be carried out here, however unlikely to affect her grave, it is still possible that her rest will be disturbed or her grave lost or destroyed, the distance means visiting her is not an option, and as said this is not our house (is rented and others will live here after we have gone). We could move her to our new home, and re bury her, but again we may only live there a few years, and eventually we will return to Malaysia to live. We could move her to a recognised pet cemetary, hopefully nearer to where we will live, but again, one day we will move. Lastly, we could have her remains cremated, but cremation is haram in Islam for humans for all the reasons given in the teachings and obviously I respect that, but in relation to our pet, how do we stand and what advice can you give please ? I appreciate this may be considered a trivial matter, but to us, it is important, losing her was  like losing a child, it caused huge upset then and we miss her now as much as ever, and will continue to do so.any advice would be greatly appreciated. Sulaiman.  

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum.I borrowed some money in dollars from a friend, and I paid him back in Saudi riyals in installments based on the rate of exchange at that time (the time of the loan). What is the ruling on that? Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

Assalamu alaikom,Some people say that tathweeb (Prayer is better than sleep) should only be said during the first adhan of the fajr when waking people up, not the one said when the fajr time enters.They refer to a hadeeth by Omar (or ibn omar) saying that tathweeb is to be done in the first adhan.Is this hadith sahih? What are the opinions of the 4 schools regarding this subject?Here in France, we only have one adhan for fajr (on time) and except in one case, all the adhan i heard where done with tathweeb.What is the correct way of doing the adhan for Fajr if we only do it once?Jazakumu Allah khayran

 Assalamualaikum!!!! I am Shabana. I am married and have a son. I call my father ABBA and so my son also calls my father ( i.e his grandfather ) as ABBA. My Mother in law heard this and said that It is not allowed to call any person as father or address any one else other than his own father as Abba,Pappa, Abu, Baba, Daddy, Dad etc etc. She says that anyone who adresses like this is KAFIR and is doing Kufr. Please Clarify me on this and enlighten me with the right knowledge. Jazakallah

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it allowed for a woman to pray in the presence of men, i.e., in an area where men are coming and going, like in the office or company? Jazakum Allahu Khayran .

In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.Assalam-o-Alaykum,I have a question about the gathering which is performed by the family members of the beloved one who has passed away most probably on thursdays, being called 'Jumeiraat' then on the 40th day of his death, and then annually every year.This gathering includes combined prayers and mercies for the one who passed away using seeds or other objects as counters which might target to 100,000 or more in order to fulfil their belief that by doing this, Marhoom sins were wiped.Kindly explain if there is any authenticity of this act in ISLAM if so!May Allah reward you for your work.

<![CDATA[Assalam Alakum,Please can you advise on the following. Is it permissable for a parent to give more to one child during a their life as a gift? For example can they give a house to one child. Thank you.

salam, i have taken loan from lloyds tsb bank on 14 percent interest rate. please infor me wether it is halal or haram.thanks 

SalamI have a question regarding the concept of infallibility in regards to the Shia concept of Imam's.I am not Shia, but live with a brother who is. I have tried to read around this topic but I cannot see where this concept has originated from in the Quran or Hadith. I thought the idea of infallibility was a concept merely obtainable by prophets, so how can they attribute such qualities to an Imam? They also believe that the Ima m/Caliph is divinely chosen, where is the evidence for all this? Can we reach a level of infallibility? I look forward to your response inshallah, as I always enjoy reading them, and the knowledge you impart.Salam

Respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykumI had two questions dat were bothering me for a while hope you can shed li ght on the matter first one is dat are we allowed to get tattoos printed on the body and secondly im aallowed to have a snake as pet.

Can I ask an old woman?I have a female relative who is in her early seventies. Can I ask her some sex related questions which a youngster should  know prior to marriage? One of my cousins told me that she will give me very clear answers for all  my doubts related to sex.

Dear scholar, Assalam o alaikum, my question is that our house is combined, consisting of 3 brothers, their wives, and children.  I am wondering if it is ok islamically for me that my brother in laws and my sister in laws' husbands and my husband's other male relatives and his adult nephews to see me.  Also, is it ok for my husband to see his sister in laws and my sister in laws, and his other female relatives besides. My other question is islamically if combined living is allowed in which case, all of the above is happening or if it is not ok, As a result we are wondering if we should move to our own separate house.After whatever I read in this website says to me that all adult male should not see me and I should not see them and the same is the case for my husband not to see any woman he could potentially marry and also after marriage one should have his own house so they can practice their life freely regarding purdah, which is not practically possibly for me or my husband living in a combined family because their relatives are coming and purdah is not practical for me or my husband.Please advise us on their situation as it is a matter of grave concern.  Thank you in advance for your respected wisdom and this website.

Assalamu alaykum , hukm for male and female is death who make adultry,but in non-muslim coutry  it is different,even if the whole area see how the man enters to bad woman house and already for long time ,and openly take her to cafe,and therea situations when they have got children  without nikah ...  but still alive ,how we sould behave to them both , are they still count as a muslim? should we say salam? and if they die should we go to janaazah?... it is shame but this kind of people might be our relatives,neighbour... and it is important to know how to behave with them  ,and inshaallah I hope we would not answear for not punish them(stoned)?  

sir,i went on vacation to my homecountry after 2 years when i reached home and meet with my wife she was in menstural periods but i can not wait is it sin or not after that sin kabirah or saghira please explain 

Salam Wa Alikum Wa Rahmit Allah Wa Baraketu. Dear Brother, I seek your wisdom and knowldge in islam with regards to my medical condition. I have been told my many doctors that I can not consive a child by natural methods my ex-wife and I have been through 6 Invetro fertilization attempts(not the reason she abondoned me)the doctors tell me that they now need to asperiate directly from my testes, This I know and I also know of many diets and pills that may help my count. I seek your knowldge in Islam and the word of Allah with regards to this particular condition. Any food mentioned in the quran that may help? Any prayers or supplicatrions that I may use to help? Is there anything in the Holy Quran that says anything regarding this matter?Any hadiths of the prophet(PBUH). I am seeking the help of Allah and I try to pray 5 times a day and am seeking a wife now. I would like to have children one day If Allah permits it to be. Thank you for your time. Salam Wa Alikumahmad

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. I had a discussion with some people about the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them), and someone told me that if a person hated any of them, his belief would be adversely affected. Is this true?Jazakum A llahu Khayran.

Assallamu Aleykum WArahmatulahi WabarakatuhuHow do I have to preform Tasbeeh after the prayer right? Do I have to read something before I start praising Allah? Or when should i read Ayat al Kursi?Jazakmu Allah Khair

Respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykum I have a question about the concept of infallibility regarding the Shiite concept of the imam. I am not Shiite, but I live with a brother who is. I have tried to read around this topic in the Qur’an and Hadith but I cannot see where it originated from. I thought the idea of infallibility was something only obtainable by the prophets, so how can they attribute such qualities to an imam?they also believe that the imam is divinely chosen. Where is the evidence for this? Can we reach the level of infallibility? Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

salaam,is it halal to embark on a career in optometry?whereby you are testing patients eyes, diagnosing them with cataracts and glaucoma.

Salam. I would like to ask:1- Is it permissable to "lie" or be ambiguous when you are trying to hide your good deeds because you do not want your intention to change and gain pride? e.g. if I want to do voluntary fasting, but I do not want my mum to know because I know my intention will change and i will feel pride. If she asks me if I had lunch i reply yes. Is that allowed, as I have problem trying to suppress pride.JazakAllah and may Allah bless you

assalamu alaikum i am a music producer but i am now serious in my deen.i would like to know if i can sell the music i made in the past for income or am i to get rid of it.

As salaamu alaikum,I needed to know what is the correct ruling for women who want to color or highlight their hair.I want to just highlight my hair and my husband will not let me do so because he likes my hair the way it is. I want to do it beacuse I would like a different look and I want to feel better about myself. I am only doing this for myself and my husband, not anyone else. Am I supposed to take his permission to do so or am I allowed to do what I like with my own hair as long as it is not haram?

Salaam u alaikum warahmatuLLAHI wabarakatuH, Bismillah Should Muslims boycott Israeli products? Everyone that the products we buy off the shelves of supermarkets and in shopping malls are ISraeli and the profit are used by ISrael in wars against us. I know there was a campaign going on here to boycott Israel, but just to be sure. One Muslim i know said that nowhere in the Qur'an &amp;Sunnah does it say that we must boycott our oppressors. However, she told me that if is wrong, the she will correct her stance. What will please God? Jazakum Allahu Bi Khair.

Respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykum. Can a person change his intention during the Prayer?Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

AsalamulaikumMy question is in regards to buying and selling fake items. Is it haram to buy something for eg designer brand bag ie gucci which is a replica and try to sell the item in order to make profit but notifying the customers that the item is a replica.Also is it haram to know something that is a copy/replica item ie sofware are we allowed to buy it?thank you

How much of the Earthly memories we will retain when we (inshallah) go to Paradise?If I were to retain my earthly memories, I could probably wish for the fun pursuits I had, would they be permitted?Would i Recognize my siblings and parents in heaven?

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum.I am an imam in the US, and I am facing problems with the Muslim community here because when I do something, some seem to like it and others seem to dislike it. The community here follows different madhhabs [schools of thought] and sects, and some people are very critical to everything that is different from the madhhab they follow. Please advise me as to what can be done in this problematic situation.Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

Assalam alaikum, May Allah keep on blessing you for all the good things you are doing to us.I have done some bad things in my life, and i ask for Allahs forgiveness on several occasions, but still i go and do something bad again. I pray yes, but i dont do any other thing apart from that even that i pray lazily and attimes not on time. I only pray on time do extra supplications, special prayers and so on, when i have a problem, and immediately my problem is over i will forget these good things iam doing and return to my former self.My question Ya sheikh is that, why cant i always be praying hard, doing extra prayers and stuff like that, i really like it when iam deeply religious? Please advise me on how to be a good muslim at all times.Thank you.Ma assalam.

Assalamu a'alikum wa rahmatullah respected scholars and brothers in deen!When I'm with other Muslims I feel more concentrated when praying or even listening to religious sermons, than when I'm alone, which happens more rarely.Honestly I don't think it's showing off, but more like an "islamic atmosphere". Like when I'm in the mosque praying especially with other sisters, I'm not thinking about what should I cook for dinner, that I forgot to iron the clothes, etc.If I cry when reciting the Holy Qur'an or when listening to the sermons, I feel it's sincere. I'm not forcing tears. Still, it happens more frequently if among others than alone and at home.Can it be showing off still?Jazakum Allahu khayran

if a man and woman while comitting a phone sex address each other husband and wife and they actually mean it by all intentions will it amount to marriage? even during normal course of telephonic conversation they occasionally call each other husband and wife. does it mean to be wedded or it just a an over emotional sentiment. does nikah solemnised when a man tells a woman that she is his wife and the wife says she is. Please keep in mind the emotional state also. 

As-Salaamu Alykum,I have a question about inheritance.  I thought it was simple but upon looking into it, there seems to be more layers that I'm not aware of.  First, I have only 1 parent (my mother), 2 brothers (1 full-brother and 1 half-brother).  Lastly, I also have a living grand-father (father of my father) who lives with relatives in another part of town.  I also have numerous uncles, cousins, and nieces (which I don't think are applicable here).  SO what is the proper Islamic breakdown of my inheritance?May Allah reward You.

assalam waalakum Is our namaz accepted when our concentration is not proper and we think about something other ?and what should we do to avoid it?

how is buying things on installment haram,as the seller is only taking more money for his services and the benefit that he is providing to the buyer? even though all installments are fixed.then how come its considered interest? my second question:is leasing haram and why? 

Respected scholard, assalamu-alia kum.My question relates to the idea that in today's Muslim world, there seems to be a range of interpretations of the Islamic religion.We see both what could be considered "moderate" and "extreme" implementations of Islam around the world. In the eyes of many non-Muslims I know, this range of views is extensive, and leads to the idea that Islam and the Quran is open to interpretation.For example, we see in some communities women are forced to cover their entire bodies, and are unfortunately treated badly. Whereas in other communities, women are treated closer to what the Quran asks of us, and as equals.Another example of course is the Taliban, and their very "extreme" interpretations of the Quran, leading to many well known beliefs which most people would say acts against Islam.Why is it there appears to be such a range of views? Or is it your opinion this idea is highly exagerated, owing to how we view our world through the media?Thank you, and peace be with you.Odai.

i get waswasah whenever i try to concentrate on namaaz,or listen to quran or hadith or listen anything which has our beloved prophet(s.w.s)(peace be upon him).these waswasah's have d isturbed me a lot these days i am scared really scared about the consequenses.

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What is the Shari`ah ruling regarding granting a financial reward and a medal of high honor to a per son who has attacked – in his notorious published books – the Prophet of Islam, describing him as an imposter and describing the religion of Islam as a false religion?  He claimed that the revelation and prophethood are no more than an invention devised by Abu Talib so that he could seize sovereignty over Quraish and Makkah from Banu Umayyah. Moreover, he alleged that `Abdul-Muttalib sought the help of the Jews in justifying the tale of prophethood. So, is it permissible that a committee grants such a person an honorary award paying tribute to and exalting him, and also maintaining the propagation of his words and ideas among people, knowing that such an award is funded by Muslims? The committee does so while they know about what he mentioned in his books as already quoted above. These books are printed, published and circulated. And if this is impermissible, who is liable for the amount of such an award which is squandered from public money? Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

Dear scholar,I have written to you before as well and am writing again. I am a male but am sexually attracted to males only since childhood. I believe it is genetically inherited. I have involved in homosexual activities including anal intercourse previously with different guys. But now I have repented and feel guilty and ask for forgiveness from Allah and have abandoned all such acts. I now want to get married to a female to try and satisfy myself but I have concerns:1. Since I am not attracted to females, I do not get erection thinking of females. I get erection only with males. So how will I enjoy life with a female. It would be like asking a heterosexual guy to live with another male. Although my parents are looking for a girl for me, but I don't feel comfortable remaining in the company of a girl. the issue of emotional harm should not come into play because I am polite to every one in general. But more than doing emotional harm, what I am afraid of is lack of erection and enjoyment and inability to do sexual intercourse with a female.2. Although I have repented and will not involve in homosexual activities in the future at any cost, but I am wondering if Islam allows male to male sex for those males who are attracted to males only. Because I have not been able to change my attraction (orientation) despite my efforts to look at girls and women and try to feel attracted to them. How should I spend my life then? What does Islam say about it? Should I remain a bachelor throughout my life or should I get married? How will I get to have children?3. I want to know more about the nation of Lut who was destroyed because I do not want to suffer their fate because of my past homosexual activities. I am a Muslim, have read the Kalima and want to go to Jannah. Although I understand that you had directed me not to be disappointed with the mercy of Allah and continue to seek forgiveness for my past deeds. I don't want to fail on the Day of Judgement because of my past homosexual activities.

Asalama Alaykum respected scholars.  My question is regarding prayer.  During prayer, after saying "sami Allahu lamin hamida" I say "rubana laka al hamd wa shukr."  An imam at a local mosque told us during a khutba that we are not supposed to say "wa shukr."  Is this correct?  Is it wrong to say it?  I await your reply.  Thank you so much for your service.  God bless you. Salam!

Salams. I am going to join after 2 months apex level institute of country. I wish to continue ?namaz? timely for which I have talk to Director who pose before me some situation and asked me that if you tell me proper answer to it then I will allow you to pray otherwise you have to stop it while on duty or you will not be allowed to join institute. He asked me how will you pray without interfering your duty when you are-1. in OPD, and hundreds of patients are waiting for their turns2. in ?casualty?; emergency cases may come any time and suppose there are not much staff in spare3. in OT, doing major surgery likely to take &gt;6 hours4. in ?ward? as its incharge and HOD comes to take round of ward. You should be there to tell him about all the patients, he is not going to wait for you, he has to take round of all wards.5. in ?Labor Room?.      Please answer me quickly; I do not want to loss ?neither namaz nor such institute. Also, tell me-can I remove cap and stop growing beard, as Director has told me that it  is not essential (farz) and for lay man it is OK but such appearance does not suit a doctor, also it may adversely affect my future because patient, specially female and non-Muslim, will avoid me.

Salam 3alaykum. The following is an excerpt of the ? Concession for people who find it difficult to hold their wudu?: ?Ibn Hajar, may Allah have mercy on him, said: ?The ruling on non-menstrual blood (Istihadah) is the same as the ruling on anything that breaks Wudu?: she should do Wudu? for each prayer, but she should not pray more than one Fard (obligatory) prayer with that Wudu?, whether she is praying on time or is making up the prayer later, because of the apparent meaning of the hadith, ?You should do Wudu? for each prayer.? This is the opinion of the majority of scholars. (Fat-h al-Bari)The same ruling applies to the person who suffers from continual incontinence or wind. You can pray as many Nafl prayers as you like with the Wudu? you made for a Fard prayer, until the time for that fard prayer is over.?However, performing only one Fard prayer is the opinion of the Shafi`i scholars. The Hanafi and Hanbali scholars are of the view that people with such unusual circumstances should make a new Wudu? for the time of each prayer and then they can perform whatever they like of obligatory and supererogatory prayers as long as the time of the prayer did not elapse.?My query is as follows: I suffer from continual incontinence or wind and am acquainted with the concession for people who have difficulty maintaining their wudu?. I am a European Muslim and it is not possible for me to pray the Dhuhr and ?Asr prayer on time in the workplace, so I have to make up for them later at home, and also sometimes with them the Maghreb prayer. I know that according to some scholars, it is permissible to do wudu? and pray for instance Dhuhr and ?Asr together as long as it is the time for this combined prayer. But why can?t I do the same when I am making up for both prayers? Why do I have to repeat wudu? for ?asr prayer? Why can?t I just make one wudu? and pray all the fard prayers on that one wudu? plus the sunna prayers and be done with it? I don?t understand the hikma behind the ruling. Is it because of the aforementioned hadith or is there something else? Is there another more lenient ruling. What?s the maliki ruling by the way? I would be grateful if you could shed some light on the matter. Thank you.

Assalam-u-Alaiklum!My question is in regards to parent?s accountability on the Day of Judgment for upbringing of their kids.We are working very hard to keep our kids on the straight path (Insha Allah) but I am worried about second and third generation to come.In case one of these generations goes astray from Islam, we being the very first immigrants who planted this seed; how much we will be accountable for our second or third generation going away from Deen.and of course there is this issue of living in Non-Muslim country without any valid reason which is a whole separate discussion.Wassalmatif

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. If I am in a state of impurity and need to make ghusl (ritual bathing), is it necessary to wash my hair every time? I have long hair and it takes some time to dry. If I have sexual intercourse with my husband every night, is it compulsory to wash my hair? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible to offer prayer in the Sacred Mosque in Makkah while people pass in front of those who are praying? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it permitted to publish magazines that show women in an immoral way, as well as magazines that publish the news of actors and actresses? Also, is it permissible to work for such magazines to distribute them? Are we allowed to buy them? Jazakum Allah khayran!

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Is a man allowed to have sex with his wife if the maximum time (forty days) for nifas (postpartum bleeding) is not over, but she has stopped her bleeding? She had a stillbirth. Please answer as soon as possible.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. When should Muslims start takbir on the days of Dhul-Hijjah, and what is the exact wording transmitted from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) in this regard? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Is it well known that Muslims are encouraged to perform the `Eid Prayers in open places such as parks. With such very cold weather in some parts of the world, is it still encouraged for Muslims there to perform `Eid Prayers in open places?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. This is my first year paying zakah and I want to do it right. I recently got married and according to tradition got lots of jewelry. I think I have more gold in the bank than money. How does it work? Also, I want to know if zakah is applicable to stones like diamonds. And can zakah be paid spread all through the year instead of paying as a lump sum? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I had lent an amount of money to a relative years ago. Now, I know that he is not in position to repay me. Can I transform the amount of debt into Zakah, and tell my relative that I have converted the debt into Zakah, and he does not have to repay me. Please guide me. May Allah showers His Blessings on all Muslims.

<![CDATA[Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. What is the Islamic legal status of a woman who speaks to her friend about her conjugal relationship with her husband? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu`alaykum. My question is regarding Salatul-Hajah (prayer for need). I would like to know how many rak`ahs to perform, and why people pray this salah.

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum! I am a female Muslim physician attending ultrasound course, which involves mixing together with other males. Is it Islamically permissible to attend such classes, bearing in mind that such lesson involves sensitive issues like the male organ and reproductive system? Jazakum Allah khayran.

If one is unable to pray on time, is it ok to perform Qadaa’ prayers? Should Qadaa’ prayer be done as soon as possible after missing the prayers or is it okay to wait till the time for the next prayers?Also if one is unable to wake up in time for Fajr prayer, can one pray Fajr after its time and till what time?

As-Salam `alaykum! What is the Islamic ruling concerning a "Baby Shower"? Can we do it just as a mere custom? If it is not allowed, can we make any kind of gather ing for a pregnant woman? I’d appreciate your answer.

Respected scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I have read a Hadith in which Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) states that Allah, Exalted be He, will forgive all people except the Kuffar (unbelievers) and those who commit sins openly. I want to ask whether the one who commits sins openly and tells his friends about them be doomed to the Hell-Fire forever or will he enter Paradise after being subject to punishment in the Hell-Fire. Does this ruling apply to both major and minor sins alike? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-salamu `alaykum. Could you please shed light on the issue of slavery and how Islam managed to abolish it?