What Is the Ruling on Interest Earned from Everyday Savings Accounts in Banks Like TD? QuestionWhat is the ruling on interest from Everyday Savings Accounts with banks such as TD?I recently opened a savings account to keep my money organized, but I do not want to deposit anything until I know the ruling. The bank … Read more
Is It Permissible to Do Yoga If the Intention Is Only Exercise? QuestionIs it permissible to do yoga if you only have the intention for the workout? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shar‘i Context The word “yoga” today refers to two very different things: Islam strictly forbids … Read more
What Is the Ruling on Becoming a Police Officer in Canada? QuestionWhat’s the ruling on becoming a police officer in Canada? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shar‘i Context Muslims living as minorities in non-Muslim countries face unique circumstances. Their work, contribution, and participation in public institutions are … Read more
What Should a Person Do if They Are Praying and Hear the Adhan of the Next Prayer? QuestionIf I’m praying and I hear the adhan of the next prayer, what should I do? For example, I’m praying dhuhr late and I hear the adhan of asr while I’m praying. AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa … Read more
Is It Permissible to Shave, Trim, or Shorten the Beard in Islam? QuestionWhat is the rule for shaving, trimming, or shortening the beard? I know that in the Shafii school it is different from the other three madhhabs. Please mention the opinions and their daleel. AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi … Read more
Question: We all know growing a beard is the way of the prophet and the Sahaba. However I’ve heard people saying that there’s a Shafii opinion that sates “shaving the beard completely is only makruh, not haram” is this a valid opinion? Jazakallah khair Answer: Salām ʿAlaykum wa Raḥmatullāhi wa Barakātuh, Jazākum Allāhu khayran for … Read more
Is Red Wine Vinaigrette Halal to Consume? QuestionI had a question regarding food. Is it permissible to consume red wine vinaigrette? I ordered a vegetarian sub, and it included this sauce, which was listed as vegetarian. Would this be allowed? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shar‘i Basis … Read more
Missed or Unpaid Zakah in Previous Years Q: We didn’t know about zakah and haven’t paid it for 10 years. What should we do? A: If someone didn’t pay zakah due to lack of knowledge for the past 10 or even 20 years, they still have to pay it. Q: Even after 20 years? A: … Read more
Zakah on RRSP & Registered Educational Plans Q: Do we have to pay zakah on a registered educational plan or RRSP? A: Yes, zakah is due if the amount reaches the nisab (around $11,000 CAD) and has been held for a full year, as long as you have access to it. Q: What if I … Read more
Q: What is the meaning of “al-umur bimaqasidiha” and how does it affect rulings? A: It means: “Matters are judged by their intentions.”This principle allows scholars to consider: Does “maqasid” mean intention? Not exactly. So in Arabic: But in usul al-fiqh (Islamic legal theory), this maxim often overlaps with the idea that intention determines the legal ruling of an action — which is … Read more
Q&A Collection: Student Loans, Riba, Mortgages & Halal Finance Dr. Mahmoud Omar Organized by Topic for Clarity STUDENT LOANS & FINANCIAL AID 1. Q: Can a student take a loan just to access attached grants, if they already have enough money? A: Yes, if the loan is interest-free for a set period (e.g., six months) … Read more