is Watching Movies Always Haram? How Do We Understand Media, Gazes, and Modern Reality? QuestionSalaam alaikum warahmatullah wabarakaatu. I heard from a sheikh that watching all movies is haram, due to things like music, seeing the opposite gender, free mixing, and immoral messages. I have some doubts and would appreciate clarification, because I have not … Read more
How Should Ghusl Be Done in Extreme Cold and Limited Facilities? QuestionSalam Imam Mahmoud, I live in a rural place with little access to heat or hot water. Water must be heated slowly, temperatures are very cold around fajr, and the restrooms are separate from the living quarters. AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala … Read more
Where Does the Sunnah of Entering the Masjid Begin? QuestionIf we follow the Sunnah of entering the masjid with the right foot and leaving with the left, where exactly does the masjid begin? Is it the property line, the building, or the musalla? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. In … Read more
What Is Meant by the Prophet’s Statement: “The Earnings of the Cupper Are Khabith”? Is It Makruh or Haram? QuestionThe Messenger of Allah ﷺ said:“The earnings of the cupper are khabith.”(Reported by Muslim, 1568) What does the word khabith mean here? Does it indicate prohibition, or is it merely dislike? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, … Read more
Does the Awrah From the Navel to the Knees Include the Back of the Body as Well? QuestionSince the awrah is from the bellybutton to the knees, does that apply to the back side of the body as well? In other words, does the awrah also include from around the middle of the back until … Read more
Is It Permissible to Keep Former Religious Trinkets as Mementos After Accepting Islam? QuestionSalam Imam Mahmoud, Can a person keep formerly religious trinkets from their past life as mementos? For example, if a person was a Christian, can they still keep their rosaries and Bible after accepting Islam if they have sentimental value? Or if … Read more
Is It Permissible to Keep, Use, or Donate Profits from a Shariah-Screened Investment ETF? QuestionSalaam alaikum warahmatullah wabarakaatu. I invested some money into an investment that claims to be halal and that it “complies with Shariah law and excludes companies deriving more than 5% of their income from alcohol, tobacco, pork-related products, weapons, conventional banking … Read more
Is Smoking a Major Sin or a Minor Sin in Islam? QuestionAs-salamu alaykum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.Is smoking a major or minor sin?Jazak Allahu khayran. AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shar‘i Context Smoking was not present in early Islamic history, so the ruling is derived from general Qur’anic and … Read more
Is a Contractor Required to Credit the Fair Market Value of a Deleted Item, or Only What He Actually Budgeted? QuestionSalam. A person submits a quote for a construction project based on a set of drawings. The drawings include item X. Later the client decides to cancel item X from the scope. He asks for … Read more
Do I Have to Pay Zakah on Money I Loaned to Others, and What If the Borrower Cannot Repay? QuestionDo I have to pay zakah on a loan that I have loaned to people? And what if they cannot pay it back and they are poor? Do I have to pay zakah on it? Can … Read more
Is the Maternal Uncle a Valid Wali if the Father Is Absent or Estranged? QuestionA woman got married without the presence of her father because they did not have a relationship growing up, but her mother’s brother was there. Is the maternal uncle sufficient as a wali? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi … Read more
Is It Permissible to Read Fantasy or Sci-Fi Books That Contain Fake Gods or Imaginary Religions? QuestionAs-salamu alaykum,Many popular fantasy and sci-fi books contain fake gods, human worship, or false religious systems. If someone reads these stories knowing they are fictional and does not believe in any of it, is that allowed? Or should such … Read more
Is A Camp Worker Sinful for Carrying and Storing Pork and Non-Halal Meat? QuestionWorking as a labour in a camp job in Alberta, two to three days a week food is brought by truck for the camp. The food contains vegetables, meat, and all kinds of food. Pork meat is also part of the food … Read more
What Are the Rulings of Menstruation, Irregular Bleeding, and Tahara for Women with Unusual Cycles? QuestionAssalamu Alaykum,For women who have abnormal, irregular, frequent periods, or bleed for very long periods, what are the rulings of tahara? Examples:Case A: 5 days period, stops 9 days, then 4 more days of bleeding.Case B: 5 days period, stops … Read more
Does the Hadith About Embryonic Stages Contradict Modern Science? When Is the Soul Actually Breathed into the Fetus? QuestionCan you please clarify something for me? I feel confused because it seems like there is a contradiction between an authentic hadith and modern science. The hadith says the baby goes through stages for 40 days, then … Read more
Is Food Still Halal if It Is Prepared in a Place Where Non-Islamic Chants Are Heard? QuestionAssalamu alaikum. I buy pizza from a place because it is halal. It has changed owners but they said it is halal and they have a halal certificate on the wall. The problem is that after ordering and paying, … Read more
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
Is Lead Generation for Mortgage Agents Permissible, and What Should Be Done With Past Income? QuestionIn the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you. My name is Abdul Samad. I live in Pakistan but run an online lead-generation and marketing business in Canada. My work … Read more
Will Our Desires in the Afterlife Be the Same as in This Life? QuestionWill our desires in the afterlife be the same as in this life?For example, if someone has bad whims but refrains from acting on them for the sake of Allah, will they be able to act on them should they enter paradise? … Read more
Does Breastfeeding an Adopted Baby Make Them a Mahram, and Would They Become a Mahram to One’s Biological Children as Well? QuestionIf one adopts a baby, if you were to breastfeed the baby would that baby now become your muhrum and is this allowed? Would that baby also become your biological children’s muhrum too? AnswerAlhamdulillah, … Read more
What Is the Purpose of Mahr, and What Amount Is Considered Reasonable? QuestionWhat is the point of mehr? And what is a reasonable amount? I know it does not equal a woman’s value per se, and it should be a gift, but many people say that the amount should be enough in case the marriage … Read more
What Is the Ruling on a Woman Meeting a Marriage Prospect on Zoom Without a Wali if She Is in a Public Space? QuestionWhat is the ruling on a woman meeting a marriage prospect on Zoom without a wali if she is in a public space? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa … Read more
Is It Permissible for Men to Have Braids or Cornrows, or metal black hairband and What Are the Opinions of the Madhhab? QuestionIs having braids for men halal?I’m a sports athlete and I like having my hair lengthy, but it keeps blocking my eyes whenever I play. I initially thought of doing cornrows during the main … Read more
Is a Builder Allowed to Take on a Construction Project When the Client Is Financing It Through an Interest-Based Bank Loan? QuestionA brother in construction is asking: if he knows or is almost certain that his client is obtaining an interest-based loan from a conventional bank to finance the construction, is it permissible for him … Read more
Is It Permissible to Purchase Short-Term Event Insurance to Rent a Hall for a Sisters-Only Gathering? QuestionAsalamou aleykoum,I’m planning a small sister-only gathering to celebrate moving into my husband’s home after my nikkah. My current apartment is too small to host everyone, so I’m looking into renting a small hall. Most venues I’ve found require … Read more