Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: I am really interested in Islam and in being a muslim. However, I do have some questions if this is OK. There are few things confusing me. Why are men favoured with rewards? For example, I am reading on Islamic...
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Is it considered a sin for a Muslim to work out and focus on improving their physical appearance?
Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu. i'm hoping this reaches you in the best of health and iman. My questions is regarding working out. Is it suitable for a muslim to workout and focus on the improvement of his physical appearance, or is that a...
Can wife change surname after marriage
Can wife change surname after marriage? Question What is the Islamic position on a wife changing her surname after marriage to her husband’s surname? Is it an innovation? Does it fall within the prohibition of attributing one’s self to someone other than...
Is It Permissible To Undergo Medical Procedures for Having a Baby of a Particular Sex
Answered by: Alimah Mahdiyah Siddique Question I need your shariah advice on the issue of gender selection. Please advise if it is permissible to undergo medical procedures for having a baby of a particular sex. This is done by identifying the gender of the fetus...
Is Ghusl Obligatory if Semen Is Discharged Which Is Less Than a Dirham Size
Answered by: Maulana Ishaaq Hussain Question Assalamu Alaikum Sheikh, Is ghusl obligatory if semen is discharged which is less than a dirham size? In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Answer Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala mentions in the Holy Qur’an:...
What to Do With Frozen 5-Day-Old Viable Embryos Stored From IVF
Answered by: Imam Abdul-Malik Sheikh Question: Salam. Someone asked me about frozen 5-day-old viable embryos stored from IVF. Parents of those embryos have three options: 1. Discard them all 2. Donate to other potential parents 3. Donate to science or research. Would...
How Long Is It Permitted To Go Without Shaving?
Question: How long can I not shave? What is the ruling of plucking nostril and armpit hair for both males and females? Answer: Assalamu alaykum, Thank you for your question. The ruling in the Shafi`i school for men and women is below: “e4.1 It is a sunna (3) for those...
Friendship between a Boy and a Girl
Ustadha Raidah Shah Idil answers questions about friendship before marriage. Question: Assalam alaykum wa rahmat Allah wa baraktuh. Months ago, I met a brother in a seminar. We kept in contact and built a friendship with a lot of respect. A few days ago, I asked...
I Have Broken Someone’s Heart. Can I Give Charity on His Behalf?
Answered by Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan Question: Assalam alaykum, I broke off a sinful relationship with a young man that was intending to head towards marriage. Now he is heartbroken and I feel guilty for having dragged him along while unsure about my feelings and...
Why is it that males and females cannot pray together in Islam?
Question Summary Why is it that males and females cannot pray together in Islam? Question Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate It is completely permissible for males and females to perform the prayer together. In fact, if a man chooses to...