Dr. Mahmoud Omar

Can I serve pork at work ?

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QuestionI work in a health care setting (long-term care and hospital) where I plate food and hand it to the residents. Sometimes these plates include pork. This is my job and the menu is predetermined. Answer: Firstly: The ruling on working with pork It is well established in Islamic law that pork is najis (impure) … Read more

Can I tattoo my eyebrows?

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Question: Assalāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāhi wa barakātuh, I would like to ask about the ruling on a cosmetic procedure called ombré powder brows for a woman who has a scar in her eyebrow area where hair no longer grows. This procedure is not for beautification of the entire eyebrow, but specifically to cover the scar … Read more

Autopsy for the deceased

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Question: Salam, As a Muslim, am I allowed to request an autopsy for a deceased family member if I want to know the cause of death? And if I’m a Muslim doctor, is it permissible for me to perform an autopsy?” Answer: Wa alaykum as-salam, In Islam, the human body—whether alive or dead—is treated with … Read more

When Does Gelatin or Keratin Become Halal?

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When Does Gelatin or Keratin Become Halal? The halal status of gelatin is one of the most talked-about issues in Islamic dietary law. At the heart of the discussion is a key concept that has been debated by scholars for centuries. To understand when – or if – gelatin becomes halal, we need to explore … Read more

Is dropshipping halal?

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Question: There is this business model called dropshipping where you create a store and sell products without having any sort of possession of the products, would this be permissible to sell products without having possession of them? Answer: Dropshipping is a business model where you create an online store, list products for sale, and when … Read more

YouTube ad influencer, is it halal?

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Question: I have a business where I connect technology brands with social media influencers to promote their products. For example, if a brand sells computers, I would connect them with a technology focused YouTuber. If the brand pays the influencer $1000 for the promotion, I take around 20% commission for establishing the deal. Typically, the … Read more

My husband cursed the religion out of anger

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Question:My husband is a respectful man. He sometimes prays, but sometimes he stops. The issue is that when he gets angry, he says things like “May your religion be cursed.” Does saying this make him a disbeliever (kafir)? And if he has become a disbeliever, what should I do as his wife? Answer :Saying such … Read more

Is it allowed to work for MasterCard or Visa?

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Question: Is it allowed to work for MasterCard or Visa? Answer:It depends on the nature of the work. MasterCard and Visa primarily operate in the financial sector, offering services that are largely based on interest-bearing (riba) contracts, which are not considered halal in Islamic finance. Therefore, it is not permissible to be directly involved in … Read more

Are vocal-only nasheeds allowed, especially when the voice mimics musical sounds?

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Question: Are vocal-only nasheeds allowed, especially when the voice mimics musical sounds? Answer: Wa alaykum as-salam wa rahmatullah. Yes, vocal-only nasheeds are generally considered permissible as long as two key conditions are met: 1. No musical instruments are used.If the nasheed relies solely on the human voice—even if it imitates instrument-like sounds—but does not include … Read more

Is it permissible (ḥalāl) in Islam to draw or illustrate living creatures?

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Question: Is it permissible (ḥalāl) in Islam to draw or illustrate living creatures? Answer: This question has been discussed by scholars for centuries, and it’s important to understand the context of the Islamic rulings related to images. Islam strongly discourages anything that could lead to idol worship, especially during the time of the Prophet ﷺ … Read more

Missing the rami during hajj

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Question_Assalāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāhi wa barakātuh, brother.This year, during Ḥajj, my parents ended up in different tents in Minā.On the 12th of Dhul-Ḥijjah my mother (age 65) waited in her tent to do the stoning (Rami), hoping my father would arrive so they could go together with the kafela. My father searched all over Minā … Read more

Is a shower enough for ghusl?

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Question:Shaykh, is it enough to just take a shower and let water run over the whole body for ghusl to be valid? Answer:Bismillah, wal-ḥamdu lillāh. My dear brother or sister, may Allah bless you for seeking knowledge—this is a beautiful question. If a person stands under the shower and allows water to reach the entire … Read more

Question about student loans

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Question Assalam Alaikum I came to Canada about 6 weeks ago. Iam a doctor and iam planning to get a licence to practice medicine here. The pathway to licensure will take about 6 months and involves tests and assessment process.I found an association that offers low interest career loans to newcomers to help them through. … Read more

Can I travel alone as a woman?

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 Question What is the ruling on travelling as a young Muslim woman (especially if mahrams aren’t readily available to accompany)? I have heard mixed opinions and when I did my own research, most scholars have said as long as there is no concern for the woman’s safety, that it is okay. A practical example: travelling … Read more

Laughing during prayer

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Question: Does chuckling out loud in response to a verse in the Quran during prayer invalidate the prayer? Answer: Laughter in prayer affects its validity, and all four Sunni schools agree that audible laughter—where sound comes out loud enough for the person next to you to hear—invalidates the prayer. What counts as “laughter”? A smile … Read more

Can I use a credit card?

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Question: How to live in western society without a credit card? Ex- rent, travel, credit score, etc. And how to discuss with family that wants you to get a credit card. Answer: According to the Assembly of Muslim Jurists of America (AMJA), in today’s Western society, especially in North America, having a credit card has … Read more

سؤال mortgage

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Question:السلام عليكم ، بعد إذنك عندي سؤالmortgageبس اسمح لي بمقدمة قصيرة، تزوجت من 30 سنة ولم اشتري بيت بسبب اللكن بعد 8 سنوات جائت فتوى من الشيخ القرضاوي رحمه الله، فاشتريت بيت.mortgage $230000 أليوم انا عنديوقررت أن اشتري بيت صغير حتى اقلل من المبلغ، لكن لم نجد بيت مناسب فاشترينا بيت جديد، حيث أنه بعد$mortgage … Read more

Can I sell warranty ?

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Question: If someone works at a phone company (Telus), and is required to pitch warranty on the phones they sell. What is the ruling on that. Also what is the ruling on late payment fees in the phone contract? Answer: A warranty provided directly by the company selling the product is allowed in Islam. For … Read more

Are pawn shops allowed in Islam?

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Are pawn shops allowed in Islam? There are two situations to consider when it comes to pawn shops in Islam: 1. Selling Your Item with No Strings Attached:If you sell your item to the pawn shop for a fixed price, and there’s no agreement to buy it back or change your mind later, this is … Read more

How Intent Affects Zakat Obligation

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Zakat on Land Purchased for Investment or Personal Use: How Intent Affects Zakat Obligation Question Salaam alaikum warahmatuLlah wabarakaatu. I would like to know how to pay zakah in this case : he bought 2 units of land back home initially for investment but he hasn’t decided if he will build them as a family … Read more