QUESTION: Does a teacher have the right to discipline a student, and if so, what disciplinary methods can the teacher adopt? Some concerns have been raised by students in our local Maktab and we wish to address the teacher regarding this. Please advise if it is...
QUESTION: What is the best and most appropriate way to dispose of Tasbeeh counters that no longer work? ANSWER: A Tasbeeh counter is not from the Shi'aar (salient features) of Deen. However, it will be best to bury it, as throwing it into a bin will be tantamount to...
Q1. Is it permissible to buy a driver's licence? A1. No, it is not permissible as one will be breaking the law of the country. It is necessary for us, as Muslims, to abide by the rules and regulations of the country, particularly when the laws of the country do not...
QUESTION: Is it permissible to engage in anything disliked by Allah Ta’ala in order to please your spouse? ANSWER: We need to remember that Allah Ta’ala is our Owner and Creator, and Allah Ta’ala is the One Who has gifted us our spouses. So, our duty is to please our...
QUESTION: Is it permissible to lead a modern lifestyle because one’s spouse is desirous of such a life, for example, going on holiday or visiting shopping malls, eating out at restaurants etc.? ANSWER: The answer to this important question is found in the following...
QUESTION: What is the Hukm of Sabr and Shukr? ANSWER: 1. Ibn Qayyim Rahimahullah has written that Sabr is Waajib with consensus of the Ulama. There are 5 categories of Sabr: Waajib Sabr such as making Sabr upon the obedience of Allah, exercising patience by staying...
QUESTION: Across social media, advertisements have been posted referencing fundraisers and other events celebrating "Women's Day". Is it permissible for Muslims to partake in this "celebration"? ANSWER: The rights of women have been clearly outlined in the Quraan...
QUESTION: Is permission from a neighbour required before intending to trim a part of a tree overhanging into another property? ANSWER: If the branch/es of a tree extend or overlap onto the neighbour’s property and is causing inconvenience to the neighbour, then the...