Miscellaneous

Attending A non-Muslim Funeral

QUESTION: Is it permissible to attend a non-Muslim funeral? ANSWER: The teachings of Islam are most perfect and complete. Islam advocates that one displays good character towards both Muslims and non-Muslims. It is proven from the Hadith that Nabi Salallahu Alaihi...

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Mani and Madhi

QUESTION: What is the difference between "Mani" and "Madhi" and the rulings pertaining to it? ANSWER: It is recorded in Binaayah, the commentary of Hidaayah, that ‘Mani’ refers to the liquid substance that gushes forth and emerges with desire. It is from this liquid...

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Meaning of “Shihaab”

QUESTION: What is the meaning of the name, "Shihaab"? ANSWER: The meaning of Shihaab is a shining star. (بچوں کے اسلامي نام ص 185)   ALLAH TA’ALA ALONE IN HIS INFINITE KNOWLEDGE KNOWS BEST! ANSWERED BY: Mufti Abdul Kader Fazlani Date: 20 Safar 1447 / 14 August...

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Muslim Woman Working

QUESTION: My father suffered a stroke and could not provide for us anymore. I started work as an accountant to provide for my family. Recently, some family members accused me of committing Zina when I'm at work. What is the Shari ruling pertaining to false accusations...

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Malaaikah In The Presence Of A Haaidhah

QUESTION:  A woman experiencing Haidh is discouraged from being in close proximity to the deceased, due to the presence of the Malaaikah. Does this imply that in a gathering of Deen where Malaaikah are present, the Malaaikah will leave on account of a woman...

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Keeping Fish as Pets

QUESTION: Is it permissible for a person to keep fish as pets inside the home? ANSWER: It is permissible, as long as one looks after and feeds the fish. ALLAH TA’ALA ALONE IN HIS INFINITE KNOWLEDGE KNOWS BEST! ANSWERED BY: Mufti Abdul Kader Fazlani Date: 15 Safar 1447...

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Purchasing Bread From Non-Muslim Bakeries

QUESTION: Is it permissible for a Muslim to buy sourdough bread from a non-Muslim establishment? ANSWER: We, as Muslims, should refrain from purchasing food items prepared in non-Muslim outlets, particularly when they sell other Haraam food items as well, due to the...

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“Dallas Qasida Ensemble”

QUESTION: Is it permissible to listen to the videos on the Instagram account named 'Dallas Qasida Ensemble', as some say it is Sufism and thus, not allowed? ANSWER: No, it is not permissible to listen to and watch such videos due to it containing animate photography...

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