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Answering the question in point, Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi, former President of the Islamic Society of North America, states: “Marriages between first cousins are allowed in Islam. In surat an-Nisa’ (4:22-24), Allah mentioned the women who are forbidden for marriage and then He said, “… Lawful to you are all beyond those mentioned, so that

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Can you please give us an exhortation for the beginning of Ramadan? Jazakum Allah khayran.

It is permissible, though detested, for a man to withdraw (not to ejaculate) his semen in his wife during intercourse. This is the verdict (of the school of thought) of Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik and Imam Ahmad. The three Imams agreed that it is a condition the wife consents. The followers of the Imam

Dear Sheikh, as-salamu `alaykum wa rahamtu Allah wa barakatuh. In the month of Rajab, Muslims all over the world celebrate the occasion of Al-Israa' and Al-Mi`raj. Could you please give me a brief information about it as well as its significant lessons?

As-Salamu `alaykum. Is there any difference between the demons and the jinn? Please give me more information about the world of Jinn and tell me more about their hidden secrets? How can I find more information about them?

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. Many people are of the opinion that fasting, observing additional Prayer, and visiting graves are recommended acts in the month of Rajab, and they cite many hadiths in this regard. I would like to know whether these hadiths are authentic and what is the true worth of this month. Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum. Nowadays, the world is facing the danger of terrorism and extremism. I know that terrorism is not an Islamic phenomenon, as many people mistakenly think, but Muslims have to explain a clear stance on terrorism and extremism. I hope you can support me with a clear vision of Islam on these thorny issues.

Some people say that there are two kinds of jihad: defensive and offensive. Is that right?

Dear scholars, thanks for all the clarifications you’ve made as to many religious issues. Now I have a question very relevant to the current issues. It is about Jihad, does it give any sense of aggression? Jazaka Allah Khairan!

As-salamu `alaykum wa rahmatu Allah wa baraktuh. Could you please clarify the Islamic stance on violence and aggression? Also, please shed light on the relation between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Is there any hadiths concerning the virtue of Jihad in the Cause of Allah?

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. Why must Muslims pray using the Arabic language? I need a fatwa on this. Jazakum Allah khayran.

What does Islam say about terrorism and the fight for religion?

I am wondering if you will be able to give me some advice on a problem of mine. I live in the United States and I have many friends who are Christians. Some of these friends are males. Recently, my feelings for a male friend have grown deeper. I feel I am falling in love with him. It is at the point where I want to marry him, since he also has feelings for me.However, I do not want to commit anything that is against Islam. Why is it okay for men to marry Christian women yet Muslim women are not allowed to marry Christian men? That is what my parents have told me. I don't know what to do. Can you please give me some assistance?

Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhuI am referring to your help and advice since I have come to a dead end.I come from Greece and I have converted to Islam only 3 years ago. My country is considered as deeply religious with the majority being orthodox Christians. My small hometown however can be described as even more religio My sister of course was supporting their side. Only Allah knows how I got to escape from there, catch the next train and get out of there.What followed was that for some time we didn?t have contacts at all. And then after a few months, me and my sister started talking again. Then she and my mother, visited me and even got out with me, while I was wearing hijab. I knew they felt ashamed for me, but at least they were trying to get along with it.This efforts however were put to an end, when almost 8 months ago I informed them that I was about to marry. They didn?t like this at all. I guess because in the corner of their mind they thought that if I kept being single then at some point I might have changed back my mind. So imagine their reaction when they found out that my future husband was a non- Greek and a muslim. They were furious! They went on saying things, like he will beat you till blood comes out, this is what your religion says. Or you will have kids and he will take them and go to his country, or he will marry another muslim wife and have you like his servant, etc.the result was that they didn?t even come to the wedding and refused any contact with me and him, despite my tries to assure them that he is mashaAllah a nice person and religious enough to prove wrong their claims. Today I am 3 months pregnant. I informed them about it and it?s like I told them today it?s Monday. No feelings aroused for them.the past 2 weeks however they delivered a message through my sister. They say, that they are ready to accept everything as long as I take off my hijab.I called my mom and talked to her. Tried to explain that if hijaab was a way to beautify I would have taken it off right away. But since it?s part of my commitment to Allah I can?t.and I know that they don?t like me wearing hijaab because they have on their mind what people in my hometown will think about me and them once I visit them. They claim of course that it is not that and that they just don?t like it. There is no way of convincing them in this matter. They say I have to back up on this, so that they can accept everything else. It like they perceive it as a war. Which isn?t of course. I want my parents in my life, but I also want to keep hijaab on my head. I realize its importance and role and wouldn?t like to compromise something like that. However how can I make my parents come closer desp ite that, when they refuse to do so?I am really sorry about the length of my question, but I felt I had to present all the facts to you.JazackAllah Khairan

assalamu alaykum wa rahmat Allah wa barakatuhmay Allah azza wa jal bless all of you and may He accept your help and efforts towards our Ummah, ameen ya rab. My question is : Due to pregnancy and breastfeeding times, i have not fasted many days in the last years in ramadan... but unfortunately i dont know the exactly number of the days i missed. What am i supposed to do ? and is this true that as long i havent fasted for the days i missed, my fasting for the current ramadan won't be accepted ? jazak Allahu khayran

I have noticed that there is a trend inviting young people to refrain from marriage via numerous methods, including intimidating them as regards the responsibilities they are to shoulder as well as casting doubt over the institution of marriage itself. Is there a way to refute these allegations?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Most of the Muslim youth think of jihad in order to defend Islam and ward off aggression. As you know, we may not be able to join fighting against aggressive forces due to many reasons. Therefore, is there any other kind of jihad that we should carry out other than fighting aggressive forces?

As-salamu alaykum. Could you please guide me to the domains of Muslim-Christian cooperation and the efforts that should be done from both sides to enhance such cooperation?

Dear scholars, can you enlighten us on the Islamic perspective on solar and lunar eclipses and how to perform the Prayer pertaining to those occasions?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What are the rules that govern relations between Muslims and non-Muslims? What are the codes of manners that should be observed here?

I hope you scholars will help me get rid of these confusions I have been having since the Sept 11 incident, especially as regards some Qur’anic verses. These verses totally contradict what Muslims say that their religion calls for peace and denounces violence. Mind you, though not a Muslim, but I don’t hate Muslims. I just need shedding light on some issues. How would you interpret a verse like this (And slay them wherever ye catch them…)? (Al-Baqarah 2: 191) and (…But if they turn away, seize them and slay them wherever ye find them; and (in any case) take no friends or helpers from their ranks) (An-Nisaa' 4: 89) I will really appreciate your quick reply.

Dear respected sheikhs, as-salamu `alaykum. I was surprised by the talk of some women. I know them to be God-fearing, and I hear their husbands are righteous and pious. However, they complained greatly and painfully about their husbands. They said that their husbands are selfish, rude, unkind towards them and treat them as slaves. One of them said to his wife, when she was giving him advice, “A woman should never be listened to unless she invites her husband to prayer or fasting.” I know this is not the Islamic way of treatment and mutual respect between husband and wife. What do you have to say about this issue? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum. Could you please clarify in detail the Islamic way of raising children?

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. Could you please shed more light on the mutual rights of the husband and wife? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. What is the punishment for manslaughter in Islam? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum. I would like to know what is the fatwa on the Prophet Muhammad's (peace and blessings be upon him) death? Is he dead like other dead people? Jazakum Allah khayran.

I am not a Muslim. Yet I’m a peace-loving person and I am eager to know whether there are ethics that govern war in your religion, especially as we know and see what happens nowadays: gross violations of all ethics and teachings. Your earliest response will be very much appreciated.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Non-Muslims often comment about Islam saying that most Muslims are Muslims because of the death penalty for apostasy. Many claim that there is inherent hypocrisy as converts from other religions are eagerly awaited for, while if a Muslim decides not to follow Islam he is put to death. Please clarify.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. What does Islam say about birth control? Is it true that sex cannot be used for pleasure and only for reproduction? I was under the impression that this view exists only in Christianity. Please give references from the Qur’an and Hadith. Jazakum Allah khayran.

Imam Nawawi says in his book ‘Al-Adhkaar’ p.356 that: It is forbidden for a person to say, ‘if I do so and so, I have become a Jew or I am no longer a Muslim or other similar statements.’ Any Muslim that made such statement and intends by it to leave Islam, then such a

Humanity has not known a religion that preserves man’s freedom and dignity like Islam, it is a religion that came to achieve for the individual his balance in various fields, and Islam didn’t leave one aspect of life there is to organize without organizing it in a way that guarantees man his freedom and happiness,

Dear Sheikh! I would like to know to what extent religion and sports are related? What are the etiquette and the morals by which a Muslim should abide while practicing sports?

As-Salamu `alaykum! Respected scholars, could you please explain the Islamic view regarding wrestling? Is wrestling haram (unlawful) or halal (permissible)? Your earliest response will be very much appreciated!

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. My University holds annual mixed summer camps. I was there last summer but never committed anything violating the dictates of modesty. My contacts were limited to males only. Even my contacts with the female students were all within the framework of morality and politeness. I know that there was some improper relations, but I kept far remote from them. now, I want to attend this year’s camp. Am I allowed to go there? Also, what does the Shari`ah say about those girls who attend such camps? Can they go without a mahram, especially as such camps are supervised by university professors? Jazakum Allah khayran.

For the explanation of Islam stance on the topic of masturbation, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani writes: “Masturbation is sinful, being prohibitively disliked, and having many personal and societal ill-effects that are known and recognized in sane traditional societies and by balanced people in the world over. The early Muslims used to say, “The one who weds

Salam, when performing prayer, can we read with a waist on or do we have to cover our arms up to our elbows, please explain and give reference.

Dear scholars, as-salaamu `alaykum. I would like to know what does Islam say about the treatment of POWs! Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum. I would like you to shed some light on the concept of oppression in Islam, for we need to expose hidden aspects of this issue for others to know who are the real oppressors. What are the forms of oppression from Islamic perspective?

dear sir,   i wanted to inquire whether why is homosexuality is forbidden in islam?  moreover i wanted to inquire whether is it true that homosexuality is the part of every man 's life and it subsides with time...i have heard so..

Nowadays, there are many different rulings concerning Islam’s stance on euthanasia. I am really confused and would like you to furnish me with a detailed fatwa regarding the different types of euthanasia and the Islamic ruling regarding each.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. What does Islam say about divorce? I mean if there are some qualities which the husband does not like in his wife, should he divorce her? Jazakum Allah khayran.

The issue of repeating Umrah more than one time in a single trip to Makkah for Hajj is lawful if it’s done from masjid `A’ishah. Sheikh ‘Abdul ‘Aziz ibn Baz was asked: If someone comes to Makkah for Hajj or ‘Umrah, then is it permissible for him after that to perform another ‘Umrah for himself

As-Salamu `alaykum! As homosexuality has become a phenomenon widespread in the world, not only in the West, we’d like to know what Islam says on this issue. Jazakumullah Khayran!

assalamualaikum...eru humbly i would like to ask u that can i husband beat his wife when she disrespects him or disobey him but if a husband commits a sin a wife cannot say any thing to her?she cant beat him cant yell at him?if she doesnt fight with her huband whom else with does she fight.plz tell me the rights of a wife in this matter.coz my husband always threaten me that i can beat u any time but being a wife u cant do any thing to me

Respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykum, Can a girl go to Haj if she is not wearing hijab everyday? Can she still perform Haj, and if she returns does she has to keep her hijab or she has the option.?.. Could you please send me the answer via email, not posted in website?. Thank you

Islam forbids all forms of sexual relationships except in legal marriage or with who the right hand possesses. What the right hand possessed was in the past and no longer exists in these days. Therefore, marriage is the only lawful way to relief one’s desires. If a man fears for himself that he may fall

Respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykum. How can we respond to those who say that Tawaf is a form of worshipping idols?Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Is it permissible to deal in currencies in the foreign exchange market (Forex) over the Internet? What is your opinion regarding the issue of tabiyit (stipulating interest for not using the deal on the same day)? Also, what is your opinion about the clearing process which is to delay submitting one to two days after the contract ends? Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

As-salamu `alaykum. If a Muslim travels during Ramadan to another country where people there started the fast later or earlier than his country, and he stays in that country until `Eid, with which of the two countries should he break the fast? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

Last Ramadan I paid zakat al-fitr on the first day of Ramadan, but a friend of mine told me that this is not lawful in Islam and that I have to pay it again. May you give me the viewpoint of Islam in this regard?

Respected scholars, As-salamu `alaykum. For a long time, I used to pay the value of zakat al-fitr, which is a saa` (about 2.176 kg) of the food mentioned in the Prophetic hadith for myself and my family in money. I usually send this money to the poor kindred, relatives and neighbors in the occupied territories inPalestine. I was quite sure that this act is permissible, relying on many fatwas I heard from you and from many other scholars such as Sheikh `Abdullah ibn Zayd Al-Mahmud, the chief of the Shari`ah Courts in Qatar.However, one day while I was listening to the radio, I heard one of the sheikhs state that paying the value of zakat al-fitr in cash is not permissible in any case; and if anyone does so, his zakat is invalid because it is contrary to the Sunnah. Moreover, the sheikh launched a severe attack on scholars who permitted paying it in money and accused them of being contradictory to the texts of Shari`ah.Frankly, I became confused after hearing this fatwa, especially after I heard a hadith that states "Fasting in the month of Ramadan lies suspended between the earth and heaven; it is only raised (to heaven) by zakat al-fitr." This means that the fasting of my family lies suspended all during these years and was not accepted! Then what is the value of our acts of worship if we perform them while they will be invalid or unaccepted, as the sheikh said? What should the layman Muslim do when the scholars differ over a certain fatwa?I hope you disburden my mind and the minds of millions who pay the value of zakat al-fitr in cash. Jazakum Allahu khayran.

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum wa rahmatullah. What is the Shar`i ruling regarding i`tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque) with the spread of swine flu this year? Is it permissible to prevent i`tikaf by a binding ruling in case of the spread of serious diseases? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. Are there specific formulas for sending blessings on the Prophet during Prayer?

It is well known that the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) has a very special status among all prophets and messengers of Allah. Thus, it is no wonder that he led all the prophets and messengers in Prayer on the night of Al-Israa’ and Al-Mi`raj. The fact that Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) let

Udhiyah or animal sacrifice is an act of worship which reminds us of the great act of sacrifice that Prophet Ibrahim and Isma`eel were willing to do for the sake of Almighty Allah. It is not required for the head of the family to offer a separate sacrifice for every member of the house as

Jamrah is a pillar that the pilgrim pelts with pebbles. There are three such pillars: Al-Jamrah Al-Ula [The first stone pillar], Al-Jamrah Al-Wusta [The second (middle) stone pillar], and Jamrah Al-`Aqabah [The last and biggest stone pillar]. Responding to the question, the late Sheikh Ibn `Uthaymeen, a prominent Saudi Muslim scholar, (may Allah shower mercy

In response to this question, Sheikh Ahmad Kutty, a senior lecturer and Islamic scholar at the Islamic Institute of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, states: The question needs a detailed answer, but I would briefly state the following: Not everything reported as hadith is considered a hadith from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). Hundreds

Responding to the question, the prominent Muslim scholar Sheikh Yusuf Al-Qaradawi states: The principle in Shari`ah is that a woman is not to travel by herself; rather, it is obligatory upon her to have as her companion her husband or a mahram. This ruling is founded on what was reported by Al-Bukhari and others from

As regards to the topic, we would like to cite the fatwa issued by Sheikh `Atiyyah Saqr, the former head of Al-Azhar Fatwa Committee. It reads: Almighty Allah says: (So We gave him tidings of a gentle son. And when (his son) was old enough to walk with him, (Abraham) said: O my dear son,

It is Sunnah to fast the first nine days of Dhul-Hijjah, especially the day of `Arafah, for those who are not performing Hajj. This is confirmed by the following hadiths: 1. Abu Qatadah (may Allah be pleased with him) is reported to have said that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Fasting

Sheikh Ahmad Kutty, a senior lecturer and Islamic scholar at the Islamic Institute of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, states: The fundamental Islamic sources such as the Qur’an and the core traditions of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) have been fully preserved intact. This can be demonstrated easily by referring to the sound historical

The Ka`bah is the first and the most ancient house of worship ever built for all mankind and it was dedicated to the worship of one God. So by facing toward the Ka`bah in our prayers, we are stressing the unity of mankind under the Lordship of the One and only God. Moreover, by facing

It is very important to note that Allah has commanded us not to wear sewn clothes and not to cover our heads so that one shows utter humbleness and surrender to Allah. It has another great significance that it makes the person like a new born wrapped in a piece of cloth. This, in fact,

The wisdom is that by shaving off one’s hair, one demonstrates one’s sincerity and humility to Allah without caring for one’s physical appearance. Elaborating more on this, we cite what Sheikh Sayyed Sabiq states in his well-known book, Fiqh As-Sunnah: This practice of shaving or clipping the hair is affirmed by the Qur’an, the Sunnah

With regard to the question, Sheikh Yusuf Estes, answers: For Muslims who endeavor to give Da’wah for Allah’s sake, they may consider the following tips: First of all, be confident that it is Allah, Most High, who provides the right words and only He is the one who guides people to the straight path. You

One important point we need to understand in the first place is that the existence of God cannot be proved in the same way you prove the existence of a physical object. This is simply because God is not a physical object. Any physical object is subject to your five senses. In simple terms, you

As for the question regarding a Muslim who uses perfumes that contain alcohol, some Muslim scholars say that wearing alcohol-based perfumes is allowed in Islam. In this regard, Al-Azhar House of Fatwa issued the following Fatwa: “In Islam, it is unanimously held that all things are supposed to be deemed pure, and that it is

It should be stressed, first of all, that Hajj and `Umrah are among the most important means for the expiation of sins. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) is reported to have said, “Alternate between Hajj and `Umrah because both rid one of poverty and sins just as the blacksmith’s bellows remove all

The status of Al-Aqsa Mosque is relevant to the blessed land, about which Allah, Most High, says, (Glorified be He Who carried His servant by night from the Inviolable Place of Worship to the Far Distant Place of Worship the neighborhood whereof We have blessed, that We might show him of Our tokens! Lo! He,

With regard to the topic, Sheikh Hamed Al-Ali, instructor of Islamic Heritage at the Faculty of Education, Kuwait and Imam of Dahiat As-Sabahiyya Mosque, answers: “Literally Al-Barzakh means interval or a barrier between two things. Allah Almighty says: “Between them is a Barzakh (Barrier) which they do not transgress.” (Ar-Rahman: 20) Technically, it stands for

Magic is an undeniable fact, yet this does not mean that we should attribute all our problems to it, for this is in fact the mere whisperings of Satan which he makes use of to spoil people’s lives and harm their commitment to the religion. To get rid of such Satanic whisperings, a Muslim should

Before delving deep into the question of female circumcision, we would like to make it clear that “female circumcision” means removing the prepuce of the clitoris, not the clitoris itself. As for the Shari`ah stance on female circumcision, it’s a controversial issue among the Muslim scholars and even doctors. In response to the question, the

Sheikh Sayyed Sabiq, states in his well-known book, Fiqh As-Sunnah, in this regard: 1. Acts that nullify ablution Passing urine, feces or gas Ablution is nullified by urinating, defecating (Almighty Allah says, “…or one of you comes from relieving himself,” thus proving that such an act obligates a new purification), and releasing gas from the

Shiekh Al Islam Ibn Taymiyah gave a fatwa that it is not permissible to bury the dead inside the mosque, not a child, not an adult, nor a dignified person, or anyone else, because the mosques are not to resemble cemeteries.  He said in another fatwa that it is not permissible to bury a dead

1. The verdict from juristic texts and ruling is that it is not permissible for a woman to ride or board a vehicle alone with a foreign driver. However, what seems to me in this contemporary situation is different with regards to taxis shuttling within the cities. It has now become a necessity in the

Whoever dies and he owed an obligatory prayer, or prayers, he is not under any compulsion to make them up. This is because the origin of acts of worship is not to penalize the mandatory acts, and nothing is exempted from this origin, apart from what is mentioned in the law on the penalty for

The scholars have differed in opinion over women reading silently and aloud in prayer. Their difference is based on whether they consider her voice an “awra” -parts not supposed to be exposed- or not. but the reason for this difference is whether she is present amongst strangers, if she is, she should conceal her voice,

A woman can only be divorced in Islam while she is in a state of purity and her husband has not approached her for (sexual relations) or while she is pregnant and her pregnancy is very obvious. This shows that he consciously made the decision (on divorce). Imam Ahmad said: divorcing a pregnant woman is

As for the question about a du`a for removing stresses, the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) taught us a du`a’ by which we may ward off worries and distress. Ahmad narrated that ‘Abdullah ibn Mas`ud said: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “There is no-one who

The inheritance as soon as the deceased passes on is the right of the heirs. If the deceased requested a portion of his wealth for an ongoing charity it is compulsory for the heirs to fulfill the wish without spending more than one-third of the whole property. If he did not leave such in his

Regarding an ongoing charity that a person observes during his lifetime and after his death, the matter of its reward differs when the giver is alive and when dead. For when he is alive, the reward will reach him and it is permissible for him to give (the charity) to either his relatives or other

Taking refuge with “Kalimat Allah al-Taammaat” which means “complete words of Allah” is one of the things the prophet ﷺ told us to say during our supplication. The scholars have differed in opinion over the meaning of “Allah’s complete words” some say that it means the Qura’an, others have said it means the glorious names

The devil lives with all of us, he whispers to all people, and life is a constant battle between us,  our soul, the devil and the thoughts that cause a Muslim to be lazy in their prayer, or to not concentrate properly whilst praying. All of this is known.  It is important for us to

Regarding oath taking for any reason whatsoever, or a person making an oath to another person, for instance, to pay the bills for a meal; it is upon the one who swears to fulfill the duty he took an oath on. It is not permissible for a Muslim to take oaths constantly and unnecessarily as

The noble Prophet peace be upon him told us that “A true believer does not taunt or curse or abuse or talk indecently”. If insulting and verbal bullying are forbidden, then it is more dangerous to use text or post them online. This is because they attract many audience and stay long in circulation. It

The one who is addicted to programs that are haram (forbidden) on television should strive to quit. This can be done through strengthening of his faith by first connecting with the book of Allah, then the mosque, and lastly staying in the company of righteous people until he remains under the watch of Allah. This

A revocable divorce refers to the first and second time divorce while the divorced woman is still in her iddah (waiting) period. It is permissible for the man who divorced his wife for the first or second time to revoke the divorce without seeking her consent or renewing the marriage contract, although she has to

His eminence Al Mishari Faisal Malawi, Vice President of the European Council for Fatwa and Research says: migration to non-Muslim countries for either work or settlement is basically permissible. However, this permissibility has turned into makruuh (disliked) or Haram (forbidden) when this movement resulted to falling into prohibition of Sharia. It may also turn into

Enjoining good  and stopping evil are obligations for both Muslim male and female, and they are among the Islamic responsibilities Allah gave to us. Allah says:  “you are the best generation produced (as an example) for mankind. You enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and believe in Allah” Q4:110 The prophet (PBUH)

The prophet SAW said: “no man should offer a proposal of marriage over the proposal of his brother until the first one marries her or gives him permission.” (Reported by al-Bukhaari) In another version of the narration, The prophet saw said: “None of you should ask for a woman’s hand in marriage when his brother

Long intervals between marriage and its consummation is not a detested act because the prophet (Peace be upon Him) tied the nuptial knot with our mother Aisha when she was six, and he did not consummate the marriage until she reached nine. The suitor sometimes, out of affection may want to hasten to tie the

It was part of the practices of the pre-Islamic era for a man to attach another man’s child to himself. He claims paternity of another man’s child and gives him his name. This is a clear wrongdoing and that is why Allah has forbidden adoption and revealed: “Call them by their fathers’ name, that is

A woman in her waiting period is still under her husband’s control and protection. And as such, it is not allowed for anyone to take her as spouse. If anyone marries her during that period, the marriage is void. Sheikh Abdul-Haleem Mahmud says: A divorced woman who is still in her waiting period is not

Among the rights of the husband on the wife is for her not to travel or go out of the house without his consent. In the statement of the Messenger of Allah peace be upon him when addressing the men during the farewell pilgrimage, he said: “Fear Allah with regard to women, for you have

Taking anything from the wealth, money or property of another person without his/her permission or consent is forbidden. A man whose meat grows from what is forbidden, the fire is more appropriate for him. A  forbidden bite prevents supplications from being answered, and the warning against that is contained in many texts. The poor person

It is prohibited for a woman to travel a distance that qasr (shortening of prayers) is required without a male relative (Mahram). This can be confirmed in the Hadith of Ibn Abas (RA) who said that he heard the prophet (peace be upon him) saying: “A man must not be alone with a woman except

Such a seclusion is basically allowed and there is not a ruling that forbade for male and female relatives to be alone in seclusion and to travel (alone together). This is on condition that it is assured that there will not be problems of temptation, but if there is a fear of temptation, they are

The verdict from juristic texts and principles is that it is not permissible for a woman to ride or board a vehicle alone with a foreign driver. However, what seems to me in this contemporary situation is different with regards to taxis shuttling within the cities. It is now a case of necessity that left

Nothing would get to the dead as reward from the living, except for acts performed (in order) to obey or move closer to Allah, and charity made to the poor and needy who are beneficiaries and subjects of zakat. As for feeding the rich at parties held in accordance with customs and traditions, this is