Recent Fatwas
Is Mahr Required When a Marriage Lacks the Bride’s Consent and Is Annulled?
Question: If a woman is married against her will, and she says she does not consent, and she was in love with someone else, and she asks to have …
Who Bears Responsibility for Aging Parents When There Are Only Daughters?
Question: A couple had two daughters. They raised them well and got them married. The daughters do not have their own income; they depend on their husbands. Now, the …
Is it permissible to marry a lawyer groom or bride
Question: Some lawyers are known to argue for the guilty, turning a bad person into “good” in court. Is it permissible to give a daughter in marriage to a …
Who are the Mutakallimūn, and what are their beliefs?
Question: Who are the Mutakallimūn, and what are their beliefs? Answer: The term “Mutakallimūn” refers to those who engage in ‘Ilm al-Kalam (Islamic scholastic theology). This discipline emerged after …
Inheritance Dispute: Rights of a Predeceased Son’s Family Under Islamic and Indian Law
Question: A man had five children. The eldest son worked with his father from a young age, helping him build wealth. The father acquired many properties. The eldest son …
Is there any hadith-based evidence that Prophetﷺ fast only on the ninth Day of Ashura
Question: There are two hadith about Ashura. One says the Prophetﷺ said, “If I live until next year, I will fast on the ninth day.” He asks if …
Does explaining house-building plans to relatives come under showing off?
Question: We have been married for 14 years and do not own a home. We have been saving through a chit fund and are about to buy land and …
“Do they not look at the heavens, how it is created?” Who is referred to here in this verse?
Question: Allahﷻ says in the Qur’an, “Do they not look at the heavens, how it is created?” He asks if this command to ponder is directed at humans or …
Is it permissible to pay the remaining EMI (Interest based) until the property is being sold?
Question: I bought a plot using a bank loan (with interest). I still have 10 years of EMI payments left. I now realize it was wrong and want to …
Is it Permissible to take Life insurance for children
Question: When I was a child, my father took out a life insurance policy in my name. Now, my father is elderly and not in his right mind. There …
Islamic guidance for handling spouse’s shortcomings
Question: A brother is asking without mentioning his name. He says his wife has no interest in household chores like cooking. She does not look after the children. She …
Why Is Hamd and Salat Not Repeated in the Second Khutbah, and Can Worldly Topics Be Addressed?
Question: It is known practice that sermons (Khutbah) begin with Hamd (praise) and Salat (blessings on the Prophetﷺ ). This is Sunnah. Why do you and your followers do …
Explanation of Najasah (Impurity) in Islamic Worship
Question: Explan about Najasah (impurity). What are the types of Najasah? If Najasah is present, how to purify it? Which acts of worship cannot be performed if Najasah is …
Islamic Rulings on a Son Living Separately from Parents After Marriage
Question: How wrong is it to sideline parents and create problems over property in the name of Islam? In our family, a known brother, after his marriage, left his …
Clarification on misinterpretation of the hadith on agricultural tools
Question: A speech by Mujahid of Sri Lanka from many years ago about the hadith that possessing agricultural tools is disgraceful is now being spread. What is your explanation …
Are Earnings from Cupping (Hijama) Permissible in Islam?
Question: If the Prophet ﷺ gave wages to a cupper (hajjam) like Abu Taibah for performing cupping (Hijama), how can some narrations describe the earnings from cupping as “bad” …
Clothing from the perspective of Islam – Part 12
Chapter 12: Clarifying Misinterpretations — Men’s Clothing Limits, Women’s Length, and the Truth Behind Selective Evidence In the previous posts, we have been studying “Clothing from the Perspective of …
Clothing from the perspective of Islam – Part 11
Chapter 11: Women’s Clothing, Covering, and the Misunderstanding of Gender Distinction in Islam In the previous posts, we examined the issue of men wearing garments below the ankles and …
Clothing from the perspective of Islam – Part 10
In this post we’ll address a topic that has created significant confusion among Muslims: Is it forbidden to wear clothes below the ankles? Is every garment that touches the ground …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 9
In the previous post, we clarified an essential principle: Not everything practiced by people—or even done occasionally by the Prophet ﷺ—becomes Sunnah. In this post, we continue this journey …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 8
In the previous part, we established clearly: Topi (cap) is not a religious obligation, nor a Sunnah in itself. In this post, we take a deeper step. We examine: The …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 7
The Myth of “Topi as Sunnah” — Culture, History, and Misunderstanding Today we address a very common belief in our society: “Wearing a topi (cap) is Sunnah.” Is this truly …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 6
In the previous post, we established a powerful principle: Not everything the Prophet ﷺ did is automatically Sunnah. Today, we go from general understanding into detailed examples, real-life misunderstandings, and …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 5
In our previous posts, we clearly established an important principle: Islam does not prohibit good clothing. It prohibits arrogance. Today, we go deeper. We move from theory into social reality, …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 4
Is it wrong to wear elegant, expensive, or stylish clothing? Is Islam a religion that demands simplicity to the point of dullness? Or does it allow beauty, dignity, and refinement? …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 3
The Reality of Color: Removing Cultural Misconceptions In our communities, certain colors are often given exaggerated meanings. For example, the color green. Many people assume that green is a …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 2
Understanding the Qur’anic Description of Adam and Hawwa (AS) Let us revisit the story of Adam (AS) and Hawwa (AS), but now with a more analytical lens. In the Qur’an, …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 1
Clothing as a Natural Human Instinct Before we even enter into religious rulings, let us reflect on something fundamental. A human being, by nature, does not prefer to remain …
Is It Appropriate to Invite a Non-Believer to Defend Islamic Law?
Question: If someone does not believe in God and does not believe in the Qur’an, how can such a person be invited to defend Islamic law? Is that appropriate? …
Why do Muslims greet each other with “Assalamu Alaikum”? Isn’t that also a kind of blessing?
Question: If Muslims believe that no human being has special divine power to bless others, then why do Muslims greet each other with “Assalamu Alaikum” (peace be upon you)? …
Why Muslim youth in Kashmir are against the military and the police
Question: News reports claims that many soldiers die every day because of Muslim terrorism, and it asks why Muslim youth in Kashmir throw stones at the police and the …
Do Muslims convert people by deception or materialistic benefits
Question: Do Muslims convert people by deception? Do they tempt people with money, gifts, or material benefits in order to make them accept Islam? Is religious conversion carried out …
Does Islam promote Violence in the form of ISIS and other terrorist groups.
Question: Across the world we see terrorism carried out by groups like ISIS. Are these not Muslim organizations? If Muslims themselves are running such movements, does that not show …
Why do Muslims refuse to sing the national anthem or the song Vande Mataram?
Question: Why do Muslims refuse to sing the national anthem or the song Vande Mataram? Answer: First, Muslims have not refused to sing the national anthem. The national anthem …
Does Talaq violate human rights and oppress women?
Question: when a man says talaq, talaq, is that not a violation of human rights or a form of oppression against women? Answer: First, we must understand what talaq …
Does Muslim men deceive Hindu women through Love and then convert them into Islam
Question: Is there an organized effort where Muslim men deceive Hindu women through love and then convert them to Islam. Answer: To understand this properly, consider what actually happens …
Does Islam teach Muslims to kill unbelievers — the “kafirs”?
Question: Does Islam teach Muslims to kill unbelievers — the “kafirs”? Answer: The word “kafir” is often misunderstood. It is not an insult. It simply means someone who does …
Does Islamic path encourage destroying government property in the name of protesting against films and cartoons
Question: You protested against the film Vishwaroopam. And when a cartoon insulting the Prophet ﷺ was published in America, protests were held in Chennai. They say crores of rupees …
Does the Islamic path view Bharat Mata in a Naked form?
Question: Patriots view the country they live in as both a mother and a deity. But is it the Islamic path to look at Bharat Mata in a naked …
Why Muslim youth oppose the traditional Kandhuri festivals held at dargahs in Tamil Nadu?
Question: Why Muslim youth oppose the traditional Kandhuri festivals held at dargahs in Tamil Nadu? Answer: A dargah is the burial place of a person who died long ago …
Why Shia and Sunni Muslims bomb each other’s mosques and kill each other?
Question: Why Shia and Sunni Muslims bomb each other’s mosques and kill each other? Answer: These conflicts are not truly about religion. They are, in reality, political struggles for …
After the destruction of the twin towers, why did America hesitate to allow Muslims into the country?
Question: After the destruction of the twin towers, why did America hesitate to allow Muslims into the country? Answer: The World Trade Center towers were destroyed by airplanes flown …
Why are there internal religious conflicts in Muslim-majority countries?
Question: Is this what you call the path of peace? In other words, they say there are religious conflicts among Muslims themselves in Muslim countries. When such conflicts exist, …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 26
In this Friday sermon series about clothing from the perspective of Islam, we have been discussing the rulings related to wearing footwear, particularly wearing sandals. We have already seen …
Witr Prayer During Travel: A Jurisprudential Clarification
Question: Islamic law provides various concessions for travelers to ease the performance of worship. These include shortening four-unit prayers to two (Qasr) and combining two prayer times into one …
Collateral vs. Mortgage: The Shariah Perspective on Debt Security
Question: If I give 2 Lakh rupees to a homeowner and stay in his house without paying rent, how can this be considered interest (Riba)? He is using my …
Why can’t Eid be celebrated globally on a single day?
In Islamic practice, the timing of Eid and Ramadan is determined by the sighting of the new moon. A common question often arises: “If Friday (Jumu’ah) is observed by …
Clothing from the Perspective of Islam – Part 31
In this ongoing Jumu‘ah series titled “Clothing from the Perspective of Islam,” in the previous posts we have been studying the rulings related to placing images and figures on …
Did Ali Lift a 900-kg Gate in the Battle of Khaybar?
Question: A story circulates saying: Ali’s shield broke during the battle. So, he pulled off the gate of the fortress, weighing 900 kilograms, and used it as a shield …
Is It Forbidden to Roll Up Sleeves During Prayer?
Question: After prayer, an imam reportedly stood up and said: “I see a mistake among some people. When they pray wearing long sleeves, they roll them up. This is not …
Does the Hadith about Wiping face after Supplication Authentic?
Question: A hadith stating that the Prophetﷺ ﷺ, after raising his hands in supplication, would wipe his face. The narration from Umar ibn Al-Khattab says: When the Prophetﷺ ﷺ raised …
Is it Permissible for a Mosque to Forcibly deduct some amount for helping people?
Question: The government apparently gives ₹15,000 as assistance for minority communities. But those managing the local Jamaat (mosque committee) say: “If we help you get the ₹15,000 from the government, …
Does the Hadith About Jesus (Isa AS) Calling the Prophetﷺ from His Grave Authentic?
Question: A hadith reported in Musnad Abu Ya‘la which says that Isa will descend as a just ruler, a fair judge, and a righteous leader. He will break the …
In Which Language Were the Names Taught to Adam (AS)?
Question: He appears to be a non-Muslim, and he respectfully asks: According to Islam, Allahﷻ taught Adam (AS) the names of all things. If that is the case: …
Is the Hadith about Waraqa ibn Nawfal Authentic?
Question: Is the Hadith about Waraqa ibn Nawfal Authentic? Answer: Let us understand who Waraqa ibn Nawfal was. He lived during the time of the Prophetﷺ ﷺ. He was …
What does Abu Dawood 4195 say and is it permissible to short the hair partially?
Question: Is it permissible to cut hair in a style where: the sides are shaved short the hair on top is left longer. In modern times many …
Should Children Be Allowed to Suffer or Struggle?
Question: In a video (given by questioner), A scholar speaks very aggressively and says something like this: “People think that their children should not suffer or struggle. That idea …
Explanation of Riya (Showing off in worships)
Question: Please give a complete explanation on Riya (showing off) in worships Answer: In Islam, all acts of worship must be performed purely for Allahﷻ alone. We already understand …
If a non-Muslim restaurant claims that it serves halal meat, can we trust them
Question: If a non-Muslim restaurant claims that it serves halal meat, can we trust them and eat in their restaurant? Or even if non-Muslim restaurants say their meat is …
Is it necessary to donate all the remaining money beyond basic living expenses
Question: In America, the mosques ask people to donate all their remaining money beyond basic living expenses. They say that Allah will reward you and therefore encourage people to donate …