What if the main speaker is not in a position to practise or implement what she preaches ,should she discontinue the ishtima?
Answer:
The knowledge of the religion of Islam makes up our Deen. It is important to examine where we get our Deen from. The person must have the following qualities: 1. The Aqaaid (beliefs) must be correct. They must be in conformity to the beliefs of the Ahlus sunnah.
2. The person got formal education from a reliable institute or a reliable Aalim and his/her knowledge is sound. That may be ascertained by reliable Ulama.
3. The person must strictly adhere to the Qur’aan and Sunnah in his personal life.
If a person, male or female, has the abovementioned qualities, then only such a person may educate others. If a female is not found, then a male may address a female gathering on conditions the laws of Hijaab are strictly adhered to.
and Allah Ta’ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai