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
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
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
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
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
Understanding Qur’an 4:34: Does Islam Permit Striking, and How Is It Applied Today? QuestionSalam aleykom wa rahmatu Allah wa barakatu, I’ve been reflecting on Qur’an 4:34, and I’m struggling to fully understand its meaning and implications… AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shari Context Allah says: “Men are … Read more
Is Choosing a Child’s Gender Through IVF Permissible for Family Preference? QuestionThere is science technology now around that you can genetically pick the gender of your child in most countries, to balance out our family having more of one gender (5 daughters and 1 son in my family ) is it permissible for my wife … Read more
If Non-Muslims Pray Over Food in Other Than Allah’s Name, Does It Affect All the Food? QuestionIf you were invited to a Christian household for dinner and they prayed over the food in other than Allah’s name. Do all the food/beverages in the household become impermissible to the extent of what’s also in the fridge … Read more
Is Riding Alone With a Non-Mahram Driver Considered Seclusion (Khalwah)? QuestionAssalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, My mother is around 60 years old and does not drive. There are times when she is fine and able to take the bus, but at other times especially in winter or when she has back pain public transportation … Read more
Can a Muslim Partner With an Atheist in Business? Question: Can I partner up with an atheist in a business?He wants me to partner up with him or he might want to pay a certain percentage of the work that he does.I am experienced in most of the work that he does in this business. … Read more
Women Appearing on Social Media for Outreach: Is Showing the Face Permissible? QuestionWhat is the Islamic ruling on women showing their faces on social media on organizational pages intended for outreach purposes? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shari Context Islam commands modesty (haya) and lowering the gaze, … Read more
Is It Permissible to Marry a Woman Whose Father Works in a Restaurant That Serves Alcohol? QuestionThere is a sister I am interested in marrying that has good religion and everything else seems good to. However, her dad works at a haram restaurant that sells alcohol. He is a prep chef and doesn’t work with … Read more
Are Smoking, Vaping, and Hookah Haram or Makruh? Understanding the Correct Distinctions QuestionSheikh, I’ve heard multiple opinions regarding the rulings for smoking and vaping, can you break down where do the people get smoking as “makeup tahrimi”, just makeup, or maybe even haram? Would the same rule apply to Hookahs or “Egeellah”? Jazakum Allahu Khayran … Read more
Do Adopted Children Become Mahram? Hijab and Gaze Rulings Explained QuestionAssalamu Alaykum Shaykh,If a man were to adopt a girl, must they start to lower my gaze and make her abide by the rules of the hijab with him too – similarly as would to a Non-Mahram would do to him?And would it be the … Read more
Should You Attend the Masjid While Sick, and Where Should You Stand If You Do? QuestionAsalamu Alaykum. If I have a cold/flu/covid, should I pray at home or in congregration for both Friday prayer and otherwise. Also if I am required to pray in congregation should i pray in the back alone or stand next … Read more
If You Follow the Shafii Madhhab in a Hanafi Timing Area, When Does Dhuhr End? Question If I travel to a Hanafi country, when is Dhuhr qadha for me if I follow the shafii opinion? Let’s say the shafi time is 3:30, and the Hanafi time is 4:30. Can I pray Dhuhr at 4:00? J.a.k … Read more
If Eid Falls on Friday, Is Jumuah Still Obligatory? A Madhhab Breakdown QuestionAssalamu Alaikom wa rahmatallahi wabarakatuhu Sheiqh, I hope you are doing well inshaAllah! This year there is a chance that eid may fall on Friday, i was wondering what the opinion of each of the 4 madhaabs is regarding the Jummah salat on … Read more
Does Telling Someone About a Sin for Help Prevent Allah From Forgiving You? QuestionAssalmu Alykum sheikhi know that when you sin your supposed to repent to Allah and not expose your sin but what if you told a family member about a sinful situation you’re in to help you get out and you asked that … Read more
How Do We Understand Allah’s Mercy Toward Great Sinners While Some Believers May Still Be Punished? QuestionAsalamu alaykum Shaikh, in regards to your talk today in taraweeh about Allahs SWT, and his mercy with the sinful lady. Wouldn’t some say that it is unfair that she gets treated with so much mercy despite her past. … Read more
Is It Permissible to Tell Your Child “I Am Proud of You”? QuestionPride: since it’s bad in general. What if you’re proud of your son? Ex. Winning a game, getting high marks, achieving something. Am I allowed to tell him I’m proud of him? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. … Read more
Is It Permissible to Make a Collective Dua After Completing a Quran or Tafsir Study Circle? QuestionAssalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. I would like to ask a question regarding our sisters’ study circle. After completing a Qur’an or Tafsir class, is it permissible for the participants to make a collective du‘a together? AnswerAlhamdulillah, wassalatu … Read more
How Should a Woman Dress When Visiting the Graveyard? Question When going to the grave yard as a woman. How should I be dressed Answer Alhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shari Context Visiting graves is permitted in Islam because it reminds the believer of the Hereafter and … Read more
Is It Permissible for a Muslim to Be the Executor of a Will for Non-Muslim Relatives? Question Is it permissible to be an executor of a will for non-muslim relatives? Answer Alhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. 1. The Shari Context Islam permits Muslims to maintain lawful relations with non-Muslim … Read more