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
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
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
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
Investing a Friend’s Money Without Permission: Is It Permissible If You Guarantee No Loss? Question Hypothetically, let’s say I had invested a certain amount of money (ex $2000) And for whatever reason, a friend of mine asks if I can hold on to or manage a large sum of money (ex $20,000) He did not … Read more
Does a Wife Need Her Husband’s Permission to Leave the House? Understanding the Limits and Balance QuestionSalam aleykom, why do women need permission of husband to leave the house? I understand if i should inform him, but permission seems controlling. If he tells me no, I am not allowed to go out of the house? … Read more
Is Leveling a “Faith Stat” Toward Fictional Gods in a Game Considered Shirk? QuestionThere’s this game where you level up a faith stat, and that faith Stat is the character putting faith in other in game gods is that shirk or sinful, as we discussed before that if i don’t believe in these fictional gods … Read more
Working as an Enumerator for CMHC: Is the Income Halal? QuestionAs-salamu Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, I am seeking your guidance regarding the permissibility (halal status) of a specific job I am applying for at the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). While the corporation is involved in the national housing system, including mortgage insurance … 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
Trading Gold for Gold in Jewelry Upgrades: Is It Permissible? QuestionIs it permissible to buy/trade gold for gold? And why? I went to a jeweller and traded some old gold pieces I had to upgrade them for new styles. He didn’t give me money for my gold; we just agreed verbally on a price. The … Read more
Is a “Halal Mortgage” Valid If the Contract Clearly Lists Interest and a Standard Amortization Schedule? Question Assalamu Alaikum, I am seeking guidance on a residential financing agreement I am entering into. The provider marketed this as a “Halal” financing option (Tjara), but the commitment documents I received from the processing company (Radius Financial) include … Read more
Can a Muslim Prisoner Work Assigned Labor While Fasting in Ramadan? Question As salaamu alaykum When a Muslim person in prison is fasting during Ramadan can/should he work a designated/assigned prison job such as field labor? What would the ruling(s) be in this? Answer Alhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi wa sahbihi ajmain. … Read more
Is Day Trading Through Online Prop Firms Permissible in Islam? Question Salam alaikum sheikh. I wanted to ask for a ruling regarding day trading through online proprietary trading firms (“prop firms”). Based on your ruling that cash equity trading without margin is permissible, I wanted to ask whether trading through these firms affects the permissibility. … Read more
Combining Dhuhr and Asr at Work Daily 1. The Shari Context Prayer times are fixed by revelation. Allah says: “Indeed, prayer has been decreed upon the believers at fixed times.”Surat al Nisa 4:103 The default rule is that each prayer must be performed within its designated time. However, the Prophet ﷺ combined prayers in certain … Read more
Wiping Over Construction Boots and Combining Dhuhr with Asr at Work Question is it allowed to wipe on construction boot in wudu time?3)my break time in duhur time so when shut it down asar praye will be too late can do with duhur everday at work? Answer Alhamdulillah, wassalatu wassalamu ala rasulillah, wa ala alihi … Read more
Dental Practice Rulings: Alcohol Mouthwash, Bone Grafts, Cosmetic Procedures, Zakat, and Wudu Question Is using a dental mouthwash with alcohol allowed? For certain dental surgical procedures, animal products need to be used, like animal bone. Is that allowed? This may be sourced from cows or pigs. Are dental cosmetic procedures allowed in Islam?BotoxDental veneersOrthodontics for … Read more
Should I Remove the 2.3 Percent Interest from My RRSP and Then Switch to a Halal Provider? Question So, the RBC, the 2.3 interest reinvested, calculate exactly that amount and those 2.3 interest that they invested before, giving it for charity, and the rest is good. However, we encourage you to switch your RRSPs to … Read more
Is It Permissible to Attend a Non-Muslim Funeral Inside a Church? QuestionAssalamu alaykum Sheikh, I attended a Catholic funeral inside a church for a non-Muslim coworker. I did not participate in the prayers but stood and sat when others did. I later heard that some scholars say this is not permissible and that condolences should … Read more
Is It Permissible to Sell Clothing with Images of Female Celebrities Who Promote Indecency? QuestionI buy and sell various items. I found a Dolly Parton shirt with her picture showing her face, hair, and neck. Since she is a music celebrity and such figures often promote indecency and sinful behavior, is it permissible to sell … Read more
Is It Permissible to Share Educational Content That Contains Background Music if One Believes Music Is Haram? QuestionI take the opinion that music is haram, but I was wondering if it is considered haram to share a video that contains simple background music if the primary purpose of the video is educational, informative, or beneficial. … Read more
Does Bowing or Bending Near Decorative Patterns in a Non-Muslim Home Constitute Shirk? QuestionI am a Muslim minor living with my mushrik parents. In the kitchen there are tiles with quatrefoil patterns, which I know are sometimes used in Christianity to imitate crosses or other religious symbols. I cannot function normally in that kitchen because … Read more
Rulings on Common Legal Practice Issues: Statutory Interest, Damages Beyond Actual Loss, and Contracts Containing Riba QuestionSalam Sheikhna, I am a practicing lawyer and would like Islamic guidance on several issues that commonly arise in legal practice. Question 1: Pre Judgment and Post Judgment InterestIs a Muslim lawyer Islamically accountable for requesting and enforcing pre … Read more