QUESTION: Will it be permissible to use expressions like, “I bow down to you”, or, “I bow down to whatever you say”? ANSWER: The term ‘I bow down to you’, simply means that one agrees to the demands or follows the orders of someone. In simple terms, he submits to the...
QUESTION: What is the correct way to dispose of Kitaabs and Islamic literature from Maktab students, including teaching material like worksheets etc.? ANSWER: If the Kitaabs are torn and tattered and cannot be utilized any longer, then they should be buried. The...
QUESTION: Can a non-Muslim who is not in the state of Tahaarah, touch the "Qur'aan Made Easy" if it is gifted to him? ANSWER: If the greatness of the Quraan Sharif is in the heart of the non-Muslim, and one is at ease that he will not show any disrespect to the Quraan...
QUESTION: I'm trying my best to reform and refrain from sin. However, during the day I do so well with reading Salaah and Quraan etc. but in the evening, I can't seem to stop watching some reels or episodes on YouTube. I'm struggling to stay away. Please assist and...
QUESTION: 1. If a person makes salaam in WhatsApp group, do all participants have to reply, or would one or a few participants replying enough? A- No, it will not be necessary on each individual on the group to reply to the Salaam. If one person or a few individuals...
QUESTION: 1. Is it permissible to take extra chicken/meat and bread from the Madrassah mess to make sandwiches later? 2. At the cafes/restaurants, are you allowed to take extra disposable spoons, tissues, etc., for your personal use? ANSWER: 1. If there is permission...
QUESTION: When one breaks his promise to Allah what should he do? Will paying some Sadaqah suffice? ANSWER: One should engage in Taubah and Istighfaar for breaking one’s promise. Also, seek forgiveness from the person with whom the promised was made. ALLAH TA’ALA...
QUESTION: How do we keep the respect the we have for our teachers who have different views from us? This is specifically regarding Muslim teachers, and especially if it is about matters that are quite serious. For example, if we understand that interfaith is dangerous...