Can a Vow to Slaughter a Calf Be Replaced with Another Charitable Act? Question Peace be upon you, Sheikh. I made a vow to slaughter a small calf. Is it permissible for me to do another charitable act instead of slaughtering the calf and still be considered to have fulfilled my vow? Answer Alhamdulillah, wassalatu … Read more
Placing the Mushaf in a Suitcase or Carry-On Bag During Travel Question I know there are rulings and opinions about placing the Mushaf on the floor and on what shelf it should be kept, but what about packing it in a suitcase or carry-on bag for travel abroad? Answer Alhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa … Read more
Wearing Makeup in Front of Non-Mahram Men: What Is the Islamic Ruling? Question Assalamu Alaykum, I am very confused on this topic. Where exactly does makeup stand in terms of haram and halal, especially when wearing it outside the house in front of non-mahrams? Does it matter if it is very natural, or is all … Read more
Reading Atheistic or Philosophical Books That Contain Doubts About Islam: Is It Permissible? Question Is it permissible for a lay Muslim to read atheistic or philosophical books that contain arguments against the existence of God or criticize Islamic beliefs? If it is permissible, under what conditions? And is it considered makruh or haram if it … Read more
Renting Tables, Chairs, and Tents for Events: Is It Permissible? Question Salam, I was interested in starting a tent, table, and chair rental business. If I get a client that requests me to rent out my tables, chairs, and tents for a birthday, mixed wedding, or even a party gathering that is not Sharia-compliant, would … Read more
The Ruling on Foods Containing Mono- and Diglycerides of Unspecified Origin Question As-salāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāhi wa barakātuh, Shaykh. I have a question regarding the ingredient “mono- and diglycerides” that is commonly found in many packaged foods. From what I understand, this ingredient can be derived from either plant sources or animal sources, and the … Read more
A Husband Preventing His Wife from Traveling with a Trusted Group Despite Following a Madhhab That Permits It Question If a husband does not agree with his wife traveling with a trusted group in an environment that reasonably ensures her safety, even though both of them follow madhhabs that permit such travel under these conditions … Read more
Conventional Vehicle Leasing Through Toyota Financial Services: Is It Permissible? Question Assalam O Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu, I have a question regarding conventional vehicle leasing offered by Toyota dealerships in Canada through Toyota Financial Services. The lease agreement includes a provision for late or missed payment penalties, either as a fixed amount or a … Read more
Wearing Football Jerseys with Religious Symbols: Is It Permissible? QuestionIs it permissible to wear football jerseys such as the AC Milan, Barcelona, and Manchester United kits? I have seen differing opinions due to their logos, with some stating it is actual shirk to wear the top, while others say it is permissible because of the … Read more
Prediction Contests with No Entry Fee: Are They Considered Gambling? QuestionAssalamu Alaikum, Shaykh. We know that lotteries and gambling are prohibited (haram) in Islam. I have a question about some activities that seem different because there is no participation fee. At my workplace, we have a prediction game every spring. Employees try to predict the … Read more
Reading Profanity in Games, Books, and Subtitles: Is It Permissible? Question“I play a game with swear words. I mute the audio so I don’t hear them, but the bad words still show up in the subtitles. I read them silently in my mind, not out loud, just for fun. And it’s not a passing thought, … Read more
Prayer and Fasting Times in Extreme Northern Latitudes: Can You Follow Another City Due to Hardship? QuestionAssalamu Alaykum, I am currently in Inuvik, NWT (68°N), and seeking your advice on prayer times. Inuvik still has a real sunset, but it is happening close to 1:00 AM. As a traveller, I combine Maghrib and Isha, which … Read more
Using MiraDRY to Permanently Destroy Sweat Glands: Is It Permissible? QuestionSalam Imam Mahmoud, MiraDRY is a procedure that uses local microwaves to destroy sweat glands. It otherwise leaves the skin and other tissues intact. It is typically used in the armpits. Some patients may get it due to pungent body odor, or excessive sweating. Some … Read more
Why Do Some Hadith About Women Sound Harsh? Understanding Their Language and Wisdom QuestionSalam aleykom, I wanted to understand the wisdom behind Ahadiths. I often read Hadith saying “Woman is cursed by angels if she refuses intimacy”, “Women are deficient in intellect/religion” or “she wont be able to smell odour of Jannah”. I understand the … Read more
What Prayers Must Be Made Up When Menstruation Ends? QuestionWhen you finish your period, how are you supposed to pray? Like if I shower at the end of the day do I only pray ishaa or Maghreb too or the whole day worth of Salah’s? I’m confused and I’ve never been taught this and many … Read more
Is Spending Money on Animals Considered Sadaqah, and Is Its Reward Like Helping Humans? QuestionI’ve heard that showing kindness to animals is rewarded in Islam, so would giving money to rescue or care for animals be considered sadaqah in the same way as helping people? And is the reward the same as giving sadaqah to … Read more
Working as a Middle Office Operations Analyst in Fund Services: Is It Permissible? QuestionI am considering a role where I support hedge funds, private equity firms, and institutional investors through trade support, fund accounting (NAV), investor reporting, and operational processes. In my role as a Middle Office Operations Analyst, I would be directly involved in … Read more
Post-Menopausal Bleeding and Hajj: Can You Perform All the Rituals? QuestionAssalamu alaikumI am 54 years old female. Had menopause for one year. Later started getting red discharge instead of white from past almost 2 year. Did so many treatments but still no relief. Alhamdulillah got selected for this year Hajj. Am I eligible to perform … Read more
Joking About Matters Related to Islam: When Does It Become Disbelief? QuestionA question about the ruling regarding making jokes and mocking in Islam. I have recently discovered that making jokes about things to do with Islam can actually take a person out of the fold of Islam. What actually entails this and is there a … Read more
Working or Studying in a Single-Gender School with Opposite-Gender Teachers: Detailed Ruling and Evidence Question“In a single-gender school where all teachers are from the opposite gender (non-mahram), what is the Islamic ruling?” AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shari Context Islam does not prohibit interaction between men and … Read more
Did I Commit Shirk Due to AI-Generated Statements, and How Should I Deal With These Doubts? QuestionAssalamu Alaikum, I have a question regarding doubts about shirk that I’ve been having after using AI… [summary] The AI generated statements of shirk during roleplay. I did not intend them, I rejected them in my heart, and I … Read more
Forgetting a Prayer vs Delaying It: Am I Sinful? QuestionSalam Imam, If I intended to pray but merely forgot to without laziness or carelessness. Am I sinful? What if I was being careless, or was delaying the prayer without solid reason? Jazakhallah Khairun AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. … Read more
Is a Breast Lift Permissible After Childbirth Due to Sagging? QuestionMy breast became to sag after childbirth of over 4 children due to weight loss and childbirth, I want to restore them through a breast lift, is this permissible? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shari Context Islam … Read more
Does Islam Leave Women Financially Vulnerable in Marriage and Divorce? QuestionSalam Aleykom, I have a question regarding marriage. In Islam the man has to provide and fulfill financial needs of home. A woman can work if she wants to. But she also has to take care of household and kids. So its hard for her … Read more
Why Didn’t I Feel Relief Despite Praying, Dhikr, and Reading Qur’an? Understanding Allah’s Promise of Ease QuestionSalam aleykom, I have a question regarding Allah promising ease for the people who pray and constantly seek forgiveness. I have been dealing with anxiety and insomnia problems for a very long time. Everybody told me to just read … Read more
Does the Hadith About Repeated Drinking Apply to Marijuana, and Does It Limit Allah’s Mercy? QuestionAccording to the hadith Sunan Ibn Majah (3377), “…If he commits (this sin) again, then Allah pledges to make him drink the mud of khabal on the Day of Resurrection.” They asked, “O Messenger of Allah, what is the mud … Read more
Must Zakat Funds Be Kept Separate in a Charity, or Can They Be Mixed with Other Donations? QuestionAssalamu Allykum my question is about the usage of zakat. We have a foundation with a mandate to support the students. We announce applications annually and after selection we help selected student by paying tuition fee, providing laptops, … Read more