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Should I wash my clothes before every prayer? I can loose drops of urine anytime randomly. Most of the times it happens while I am praying and I have no control over it... 26 Feb 2003
I reached airport when there was some minutes left for fajr azaan. my relatives told me not to keep the roza because you just arrived. I’m worried if I have to keep 60 rozas(kuffara) for that... 26 Feb 2003
i have piles does my wudhu break or what breaks. 26 Feb 2003
1) After the expiry of parents what all the things to be done in order to get magfirat for them. 26 Feb 2003
What is the hanafi ruling regarding the breaking of wudhu if a female shop assistant touches your hand when giving you change? 26 Feb 2003
Will husband and wife be together if, Insha-Allah, they both go to jannat in the hereafter. Will they be together as husband and wife? 26 Feb 2003
I am having trouble concentrating on salat, dhikr, etc. because I keep thinking about the obstacles I am facing right now in my life. 26 Feb 2003
is coeducation allowed in islam? i am a girl and if the institute in which i want to study is combined for girls and boys then can i study there? 26 Feb 2003
Is 'Alisha' a bad name? 26 Feb 2003
Can you please tell me the meaning of the name Fariha?? i am 25 years old but i still dont know the meaning of my name. 26 Feb 2003
I would like to know if it is proper for a muslim to participate in a Tertiary Graduation Ceremony. In these ceremonies, the graduate has to kneel (go on his/her knees) before the Chancellor 26 Feb 2003
If the jihad in Palestine is true Jihad where everyone is supposed to go why is it no one is going to fight... 26 Feb 2003
Ref to question7748-Answer not given to: Non muslim partner chosen-that person was written in their Taqdeer 26 Feb 2003
Please translate the following dua. Also tell me the source of the dua. Wala ta da lana fi maqamina haza thambien ila gafarta wala humnan ila farajta wala karban ila... 26 Feb 2003
Cud u tell me a book where u can get the sayins of the khulafa-e-rashideen.coz ive heard u can get them 26 Feb 2003
what r the rights of sis-in-law over her bro's wife? and vice-versa? can she interfere in brother's private life? if they want me to? 26 Feb 2003
Is entertainment allowed in islam? juggling, jokes, magic tricks and much more 26 Feb 2003
Is it permissible to claim UIF? When a person is employed, it is compulsory for them to pay towards the governments Unemployment Insurance Fund. 26 Feb 2003
I have a mother, lives by herself and 2 servants, since all of her sons were working outside the city. She just had an operation on breast cancer lately, but she’s find, lecturing to fill up her time 26 Feb 2003
Is it permissable to make dua for a person who committed suicide and(if the person was not mentally in the right frame) 26 Feb 2003
If you are a ma'zur, at what time do you perform wudhu and be able to go mosque? 26 Feb 2003
1. there is a person who has a proper beard but he sits in the class room with his girl friends. is he a fasiq; and do i need to repeat the salaat when he is imaam? 26 Feb 2003
Is it haraam to work in the security? I have financial problems and I am badly in need of money. 26 Feb 2003
my brother in morocco is giving adhaan everyday in magribh salaah and for jumma salaah as well.i would like to know what are the conditions and what are the rewards 26 Feb 2003
1-Can we make zikr while we are lying down with our wife? 3-We have some kitchen utentils given by others, we're not sure if they have used these utentils to eat pork. How should we clean these? 26 Feb 2003
If a child runs and plays between the Imam and his sutra, and Imam does not try to stop the child, does that invalidate prayer of entire congreagation? 26 Feb 2003
I secretly visit my mother by lying to my husband and he has found out. He no longer trusts me and keeps me from going out anywhere now. I feel trapped and I think the treatment I am getting is unfair 26 Feb 2003
I saw Lions chasing me in my dream could you tell me the meaning of this dream. 24 Feb 2003
Disposing of hair and nails...Why is that we're supposed to bury our hair and nails -- is this from hadith? 24 Feb 2003
Is it true that someone praying at home should offer their salaat after the jamaat of the local masjid has been completed? 24 Feb 2003
Is it allowed for women to conduct funeral prayer on their own or with a male imam for a deceased relative? Can a women do the funeral prayer for her father at her home? 24 Feb 2003
1)My friend borrowed some money from me.While he returns,if he gives money earned by him in haram ways, Can i take that money? 2-Can female use toilet tissues instead of water after urination. 24 Feb 2003
regarding younger brother who is disabled physically.Can you guide me as to what our responsibilities towards him and what we need to do for regarding his Islamic duties 19 Feb 2003
Is it permissible to break engagement? One of my friend got engaged with one girl 6 months back (with parents will)... 19 Feb 2003
a friend of mine has not offered salat for past 5 years,either knowingly or due to negligence.how should he repent? any special duaa?if he performs qadhaa salat after completion of education,is it ok? 19 Feb 2003
Question Concerning this Upcoming Eid Al Adha. Who should we follow if the local scholars are split in opinion? Details in Question. 19 Feb 2003
I think it is wajib on me to get married, but i'm only 18 years old, and i still have atleast 4 years of studies ahead of me, what should i do? 19 Feb 2003
Is it haraam to have these on your pc... a picture of bush with a beard and him speaking in urdu saying that he has converted to islam with the help of musharraf 19 Feb 2003
Deoband is similar to Wahhabi - true? they give bayans, talk about no need for worldly riches, speak of living like the Sahabah, and at the same time live in a mini-mansion and drive a Lexus on jamaat 19 Feb 2003
1). If you go to hajj from a different country how do you calculate if you are a musaafir or not, because do you look at the fact you are resident in another country 19 Feb 2003
Is their a hadith which says you should follow your sense and logic and the country you live in. 19 Feb 2003
I now that men & women in islam are equal but my aunty disagree’s cud u please give me quite a lot of info so I can prove to her its for security and we r equal. 19 Feb 2003
What is the Islamic position on hermaphroditism? 19 Feb 2003
If a person joins the Fajr salaat just as the Imam goes into ruku does he have to repeat that rakaat or not(1st rakaat)?If not and he does than what should he do? 19 Feb 2003
1.Hanging Quran Ayats/Hadiths on wall where feet point when sleep permissible? 4. we are not supposed to sit with our feet pointing in direction of Kabba? 19 Feb 2003
One ustad was telling me that the money from interest cannot be eaten at all,either by us or another person. Could you please explain differences of opinion between syafii,and hanafi 19 Feb 2003
1. Need Dua to lose/gain weight? 2. Are sunni muslim Shaaf'ee or Hanfi? What was Muhammad (PBUH) as well as all the other Nabi's ? 19 Feb 2003
responsiblity of fathers to the children ? How can a father be made to be responsible financially in providing for his children and wife ? 19 Feb 2003
My wife often chooses bedtime as the time for negotiation on the issues we disagree, deprives me of my pleasure (e.g., sexual intercourse). What should I do? 19 Feb 2003
1.Are women allowed to work in Islam?If yes what jobs are they allowed to do.2.If women and men work together is the earning of the women hallal? 11 Feb 2003
DEAL WITH BANKS ? 11 Feb 2003
We are a web-consultants. We would like to know whether to deal with the banks is permissible or not: 11 Feb 2003
Is the setting of prices different to the market price (incl. murabahah) halaal? The ‘murabahah’ method of financing done by modern ‘Islamic’ banks is a branch of riba 11 Feb 2003
1. what is the differnce between court marriages, 2. what is differnce between wahabee and sunnis? 3. 11 Feb 2003
Is it true that on the day of judgement you will be next to whoever you love,for eg. If someone loves a tv star they will be next to them.could you tell me the hadith which has this 10 Feb 2003
do you get more sawaab if you keep your beard first than shave it then keep it. 10 Feb 2003
If credit issuer has a clause in the agreement where they forgive the owed amount in case of death does that mean we do not have to pay that amount? If so can the same principles be applied to loan? 10 Feb 2003
Please inform whether it is permissible for a woman to assist his husband in business 10 Feb 2003
How may a unmarried man and woman repent their act of fornication? 10 Feb 2003
Is it permissible for a Muslim woman to trim her hair provided she exposes her hair only to her husband? 10 Feb 2003
Marriage between Humans and Jinns 10 Feb 2003
What is the difference between all maslaks? 10 Feb 2003
Is wudhu valid if made with contact lenses worn on ones eyes. 7 Feb 2003
What if two Mufti's disagree? Sometimes two Mufti's give two different farwaas what shall we do in that case. 7 Feb 2003
I go on jammat and I have a lot of doubts about the work. I’ve been out for three days a couple of times and I have also been on forty days. 7 Feb 2003
Following an Imam doing masah over socks. If I am offering prayer behind an Imam who I knowhas done masah over regaular socks what should I do. 7 Feb 2003
could you tell me what Fardh-e-Ain and Fardh-e-Kifaayah are and what is the difference between the two 7 Feb 2003
On weddings people spend so much money on gold and everything.does the bride have to have this much gold.what does the husband and wife have to have. 7 Feb 2003
What has the Qur'an to say about Love? i love a guy! we love each other very much! what i like abt him is he is religious,as i have heard that the one who is religious will fear god 7 Feb 2003
what is the diffrence between SADQA and KHAIRAT 7 Feb 2003
(1) Is there a way to increase my intellect level? 2.I accidentally touched a sharp object and cut my finger. Was my fast valid? 7 Feb 2003
what should a muslim do in this corrupted age their is so many different paths people are doing some doing dawah, some do tabligh e jamaat some ... 7 Feb 2003
Please review the PROOF behind the idea that paper money is haraam. 6 Feb 2003
I have to make a choice whether I should work with jews. Is it allowed ir should we decline? 6 Feb 2003
Was the blessed wife of Nabi (S.A.W.S) called Umme Salamah or Ummme Salmah? 6 Feb 2003
I had a physical relationship with a man, which I deeply regret. Should I tell the prospective husband about this? What if he asks me about it? 6 Feb 2003
Do we close our eyes when we're down in sujud, or leave them open, or does it matter? 6 Feb 2003
Is the salaat valid if a pig leather jacket was worn at that time? 6 Feb 2003
I was curious...is it permissable to marry a woman of the Bahai faith if he believes in only One God? 6 Feb 2003
1) Investment Banking 2) Fasting in the month of Dhul Hijjah 3)Piercing Ears 4)Making up for missed fasts 6 Feb 2003
I am questioning an act which is done at many funerals. After the body of the deceased is given a Ghusl, the body lies most probably in a room and generally the women- folk read for the muhroom... 6 Feb 2003
could you give me some information on how I can prove to people at my school that being a muslim is not just saying the shahada and it will get you to jannah. 6 Feb 2003
Is it alright if when you are talking about angels you say ‘he’ or if not what do you. 6 Feb 2003
Is it permissible to become a stockbroker? 6 Feb 2003
Is sunni the shorter name for ahlus sunnah wal jamaah & could you tell me what madhab you follow. is maulana mufti Muhammad shafi reliable & are his books good. 6 Feb 2003
My wife cannot give birth to children, please suggest me what options opened to me & its next to impossible to lead childless life,need of guidence is urgent 6 Feb 2003
Today while I was out shopping on my own (I was in hijaab and burqah), a brother approached me; He asked me questions ...what I should do if this situation arises again 6 Feb 2003
give me the meaning of these Names:Shabana; Rehana; Afreen ;Syed Khamar Ali; and Fahima 6 Feb 2003
can girls pierce belly button? 6 Feb 2003
The Quran is the book that God calls COMPLETE, PERFECT and FULLY DETAILED. so why do muslims these days follow all these other hadiths? 6 Feb 2003
I dreamed that I was at a Imam's house with two people who needed advise. Please interpret. 6 Feb 2003
1). How do u make the intention for missed witr salah or 2 sunnah of fajr if u then pray them after sun rise and before zawwal time? Do you say that they are qadha salahs? 5 Feb 2003
Should she have an abortion? a friend of mine has got his girlfriend (a non Muslim) pregnant, the girl's parents want an abortion, the boy does not and the girl is confused... 4 Feb 2003
Plz prescribe a dua to enable giving up of the drinking habit... 4 Feb 2003
I made umra after eid in this shawal. I not performed any Haj before. Is haj became farz on me and do I have to perform Haj the same year. 4 Feb 2003
Can one close his eyes during prayer? I have the problem of easy attention distraction during prayer and many times I forget how many Ruka I have prayed 4 Feb 2003
Mufti Jameel Ahmed Thanwi Sahib Marhoom of Madrassa-Ashrafia, Lahore Pakistan gave a written fatwa to me that NADEEM means to regret Should I change my name? 2 Feb 2003
Are the Ahadith quoted in the Fazaail-e-Amal 100% accurate? could you recommend some good madrasahs overseas or in the united states that teach hanbali fiqh? 2 Feb 2003
Kaba photo frame falling down what does this indicate? 2 Feb 2003
As a doctor here in America it is difficult to avoid female patients. Some scholars have said this is OK because of lack of muslim doctors serving the community here, it this right? What can be done? 2 Feb 2003
what is the actaul word that a muslim female have to say for her marriage nikah? what did the wife of Prophet (pbuh)say? 2 Feb 2003
Is the child of 'zinaa' considered the man's? If such an incident occurred between kufar, and child eventually became Muslim, should the now Muslim child be named someone ibn so-and-so ? 2 Feb 2003
if one gets a proposal which is nice but does not contain the qualities one will like...does it mean that Allah will discard us from his blessings...? 2 Feb 2003
is byhearting of the holy quran allowed in english that is can i byheart the english translation?my native language is not arabic and i do read the quran in arabic. 2 Feb 2003
I am female and have one earring hole in each ear. Is it ok to have more than one? If not, why? 2 Feb 2003
Will men and women be allowed to be friends in Jannah? will we be able to be friends in Jannah if we are both good muslims and given our books in our right hands on the day of judgement? 2 Feb 2003
If I have a mother who’s in her old age now, and never cared for me when I was young. Can I avoid looking after her by doing other deeds like givin lot of zakat and dawah to non-Muslims ? 2 Feb 2003
Could you please give me the meaning and correct spelling of the names and is it appropriate and advisible to name a child this. Also the origin of the names would be appreciated.Niyaaz, Zaafir. 2 Feb 2003
1.Is music halal in any circumstance, and how do you class singing, most of the naats and nasheeds I hear today are like rap songs with Music is this permissible. How far is the Duf permissible?. 2 Feb 2003
I am facing dielma regarding my marriage, i am married but the woman i love needs me? suggest me if it is fine for me to divorce my wife and get married to somebody else ... 2 Feb 2003
1.What does the Arsh of Allah SWT look like and what is the Kursi which is below it. 2 Feb 2003
1) If my husband jokingly calls me sister, mother etc. is it going to effect my nikkah? 30 Jan 2003
Meezan Bank Limited is promoting itself as a riba-free commercial bank in Pakistan. Can I invest my savings in its Mudaraba & Musharika accounts? 30 Jan 2003
is there a sin in shaving off the beard and not allowing it to grow 30 Jan 2003
Are we allowed to sell an inherited property on open market? brother has suddenly changed his mind and has had the property valued, as he wants to buy it... 30 Jan 2003
1. Whether doing chartered accountancy is prohibited in Islamic Sharia and apply and suggest on every aspect of financial transaction 30 Jan 2003
If I am fasting, and in some way or form lose my Islam(get kicked and become kafir); but make shahada after that before sunset, is the fast accepted? 30 Jan 2003
when it comes to marriage he says i will have to wait for him b'coz he has to fulfill his family needs first, he never gives me a definite answer please tell me should i have to wait for him or not 30 Jan 2003
I buy a pair of shoes for £30 but £10 of this is stolen and rest is halaal. Is it possible for me to turn the now haraam shoes into halaal by giving £10 to charity with intention of making shoes halal 30 Jan 2003
Does one's private parts have to be covered when making wudhu? 30 Jan 2003
My mother had a dream that she is dead & before dying she has asked us to keep some thing above her head ... 30 Jan 2003
I like to know whether toothpaste which has glycerine as one of the ingredient is halal or haram to use. 30 Jan 2003
I would like to know if my sister who is 19 years of age,dresses islamically and respectfully should visit the graveyards o the holy saints(MAZAAR'S)? 29 Jan 2003
what is the ruling of marrying a christian girl if she does not want to raise our children as muslims...? 29 Jan 2003
could you tell me which of harun yahya’s videos and books are false info.could you please send me the names of them or what they are about.for eg. nature. Jazakallah 29 Jan 2003
Please let me know if a lady is allowed to pierce her belly if she has her hubands consent. Jazakallah 29 Jan 2003
Can we pray to God to shorten our life , if so , how ? 29 Jan 2003
Can you please list the fardh, sunnah and nafl of salaat; and also, what is the BEST way to make du'a? 29 Jan 2003
Is it true that if a person does hifz al Quran, that his parents are granted paradise? 29 Jan 2003
Are women allowed to hold their Jama'ah in normal days if they so desire? Can women hold their separate Jama'ah on Eid days or on Fridays? 29 Jan 2003
Is reciting the name of Allah while slaughtering an animal obligatory? 29 Jan 2003
If a sister has children, when she takes on a husband, what is his role in their life? 29 Jan 2003
I heard a dua once or twice in our local masjid. I was unable to hear the all the words . Please help by filling in the blanks. Illa farajta ... Ila qadayta ... Maghfiratik .... be kulli bir 28 Jan 2003
is it allowed for a person that is just a hafiz and does not have a beard or trims it or shaves it and performs the jummah salaat 28 Jan 2003
could you please explain to me why making and watching films is haraam and why images are haraam aswell such as taking photographs. 28 Jan 2003
my question is whether I have to tell the house agent about the damages done on the carpet.Or Do we have to leave for their observation...If found they will fine us 28 Jan 2003
is it permissible to work for the Australian Tax Department. 2. has $2000 (Nisaab is $1500), has this money for less than 1 year, have to pay zakaat on that money after 1year is completed 28 Jan 2003
Can I store quraans/kitaabs in a cupboard that shares a common wall with a toilet/bathroom? 28 Jan 2003
Interpretation of dream regarding hifz...it had to do with qutting hifz), but i remember that when i awoke, i felt depressed and didnt feel like doing hifz anymore 28 Jan 2003
could you tell me how I can prove to this person at my school that the philosophy theory of why we are alive is false 28 Jan 2003
I wanted a transfer to my hometown Bangalore, currently my company has posted me at Hyderabad. Which dua to recite. 28 Jan 2003
I always find a hair in my food or a stone. I am very upset about this, this happen only to me? Some one told me that this happens because some one is hungry & thinking of you. Is this true? 28 Jan 2003
I would like to do some sort of investment(s) where I can have extra money for my children when they are ready to go to college? What kind of investment(s) can a Muslim look into? 28 Jan 2003
As it is apparent that Muslim Ummah is in troubles in contemporary times, shouldnt the righteous ulema of ihlesunnat wal jamah work for establishment of Khilafah? 28 Jan 2003
Could you please provide for me a definition of what is a "Bida'" in terms of the Islamic Sharia? 28 Jan 2003
a clear liquid comes out of my penis after i have done wuzu, even when i read salah it comes?can u explain what it is,does it invalidate my wuzu ? 28 Jan 2003
I have received emails from a discussion group (ahle-hadith living in Saudi Arabia) stating that all explanation of hanafi ulema'as are not according to the Quran, Hadith and Sunnah. Please clarify 28 Jan 2003
Please let me know if a lady can perform her namaaz with a long skirt that covers her ankles if she is not wearing a pants ? 28 Jan 2003
Gold is haraam for men so so does that include platinum,white gold and the other sorts of it and I heard that men are allowed to wear gold for their wedding day only is it true 28 Jan 2003
A woman requesting that a man may not engage in polygamy as part of her marriage contract. Is this condition acceptable according to Sharia? 28 Jan 2003
What is the punishment for a person who causes a husband and wife to argue and fight? 28 Jan 2003
On 10th Zilhaj,after pelting the shaytan,doing animal sacrifice&Halq all the restrictions of ihraam have ended–except sexual relations with ones wife.Does this rule apply to woman on Hayd as well? 28 Jan 2003
could u please interpret my dream? inside the mosque in Saudi Arabia and I was listening to Shaikh Sodais 28 Jan 2003
What is the meaning of the letters that occur in the middle of Ayats in the Qur’an? Common are, Toay, Geem, Laam, Khaaf (2:93), Swad (2:16), Seen, Zay (2:7), Swad-Laam-Yay, Waw-Khaaf, 3 dots (2:2), 28 Jan 2003
Could you tell me what sunnat duas are to be read after all the Salaats 26 Jan 2003
What is the shariah ruling into cutting of nails/hair 10 days before Eid,and is this binding on person doing the physical slaughtering or in person's name of sacrifice(if alive) ? 26 Jan 2003
Getting kicked from Islam equals fast invalidation? I read that a look with passion while fasting destroys the fast. You said it doesn't... 26 Jan 2003
INTERPRET I saw my soul leaving my body in a dream during Ramadan. What does this mean? And can you please describe to me prophet Muhammad’s physical features including hair? 26 Jan 2003
could u tell me how to do a proper Islamic wedding the man and womens side.what they have to do and prepare everything 26 Jan 2003
do well in studies and I have read many many different duas and wazeefas. I don't think wazeefas help unless you leave out 26 Jan 2003
Is it right if I got a little bit upset that My older brother got a new baby 26 Jan 2003
1. My wife is wearing purdah, as the consequence I think I have to do all the shopping and other family needs outside the house. But sometimes, I feel, she became very much independent. 26 Jan 2003
Financing a house through Guidance Residential LLC in the US 24 Jan 2003
What is sajdah tilawat & sajdah sahw what do u do it for and how do you do it 24 Jan 2003
Is my Salaat is Valid? whenever I finish passing the urine and coming out from the Toilet, 1 or 2 drops of urine comes out. 24 Jan 2003
Can I give Qurbani? My parents did not give any Haqeeqaa for me in my childhood... 24 Jan 2003
Please be so kind and tell me is it true that certain colours of clothing are haraam for men to wear, if so which colours are haraam and why ? 24 Jan 2003
What happens to your body and soul when you pass away. Can you please explain in detail to me. 24 Jan 2003
If u missed fajr can you read the qazaa salat after zuhr or can you read it when you wake up and in qazaa salaat do u hav to read qazaa for the missed sunnat,nafl 24 Jan 2003
Can you attend/be involved in organizing Islamic talks/circles where there isn’t FULL segregation as Women are allowed to see the male speaker? 24 Jan 2003
What is the rule for a lady having her body waxed by another lady, including above her thighs etc? 24 Jan 2003
Read two rakath namaz and then read the dua for istekhara. On two places in the dua think about your problem. After that go to bed and sleep on a clean bedsheet facing the kabah. is this ok? 24 Jan 2003
I would like to Get Married to the girl just got Divorce... she got offical divorce just today and everything is cleared up now. 24 Jan 2003
Could you please give me infotmation about these 5 auliya ,Sheikh Yusuf ,Sheikh Motura ,Sheikh Noorul Mobeen who are buried in Cape Town 24 Jan 2003
What does Islam say about an unmarried man and woman indulging in intercourse? 24 Jan 2003
Inviting a non Muslims to islam ... Please tell me that how should we invite non-Muslims to Islam. 24 Jan 2003
What does Islam say about an unmarried man and an unmarried woman who are indulging in sexual relations? 24 Jan 2003
Would you regard music as being haraam? would all forms of music be regarded as haraam? even Arabic music? 24 Jan 2003
Can I look at the photograph of my mankoha? We have not had khalwah and I had to leave the country after nikah but inshaAllah we will be together soon. 22 Jan 2003
Can saliva be najis? Metamorphosis makes halal explain? If a person (a cook) eats pig, then later tastes some spaghetti, does he render the spaghetti impure, in other words is his saliva impure? 22 Jan 2003
Are muslims allowed to work in South African banks. Can a Muslim man use the money he saved while working in a bank that thakes interest for haj. 22 Jan 2003
The dream was about a spider-well I thought it was a spider but then it seemed to be more like a scorpion and it was chasing me but I managed get away from it by locking myself in a car ... 22 Jan 2003
What are the benefits of memorising asmaa ul husnaa and reciting them. 22 Jan 2003
are men allowed to shave the top part of their cheek where the hair from the eyebrow is cumin around the eye. 22 Jan 2003
Do looking at girls and getting kicked from Islam destroy fast completely? 22 Jan 2003
Me and my roompartner decide to buy a book costing 3000 by puting in half the money each(1500 each). the book is left with me, i dont want to keep it all for my self because he also had contributed 22 Jan 2003
All of us can speak and understand "URDU". I speak in "PASHTO" as I feel comfortable with this language. between the talk, I start talking in "URDU". Is it a sin or not? 22 Jan 2003
It is stated that Umar used to say that “a sackcloth in the corner of the house is better than a beautiful but barren woman.” (Bennat, 1987). Are these correct and authentic hadith? 22 Jan 2003
1. Can a wife call her husband by his name if he does not mind? What does Islam say about this?2. my question is if I can cut my hair from the front. 22 Jan 2003
is wearing rings containing coloured stones sunnah? I heard that wearing ring containing stones (green, red, blue, etc.) in it, is proven to be baraka and changes someone’s fate. 22 Jan 2003
Can you recommend a dua to ease the pain of a stressful married life? 21 Jan 2003
Could you tell me what is classed as the beard is it only the hair coming from your side burns or the hair on your cheek aswell 21 Jan 2003
Many people say Allah-hafiz or Qudah hafiz when departing or ending a conversation. Is it right to say this, what about wassalaam? How do Muslims'depart' ? 21 Jan 2003
Please give me the meanings of the following names: Farida, Raeesa, Mohamed Iqraam & Tamima 21 Jan 2003
3) What if you did the above but missed the last sitting of tashahud? 21 Jan 2003
Is babysitting ok to do. It’s a job in which you have to basically take care of children while their parents leave them with the babysitter 21 Jan 2003
wife gave birth to a little girl. Could Mufti Saheb please give us the meaning of the name Masiehah.Is it permissible to give that name. 20 Jan 2003
in a dream she saw herself at a gathering where she noticed another man who was dressed very smartly. this was a different man to the one who proposed in real life 20 Jan 2003
Is it permissable to work for an government organisation, The Equal Opportunities Commission, which promotes equality between men and women and deals with other discrimation in the workplace. 20 Jan 2003
My father passed away 19 years ago. He had a will but my mother refuses to allow me to see it. She says he left everything to her. What do I do? 20 Jan 2003
who is better out of two: 1- One who shave his beard. 2- The one who keeps the beard but color or bleach it. 20 Jan 2003
I read an article that all the four Imams were of opinion that the Hijab of face is not necessary. Please Comment on it. 20 Jan 2003
Q#7705: what is 1/4th lenght of arm(sattar),if remained open equal to the time of saying subhanallah thrice in salaat,which invalidates salaat of woman. 20 Jan 2003
What to do? Mufti belittles & hits my son, (6) Now he hates madressa 20 Jan 2003
What is the sharee ruling regarding sending children to catholic convent schools. 20 Jan 2003
Someone told me not to visit aborad ever , should I follow that? He said that I will face very very hard time? I am very much upset he said all these things, He also said it is effect of my name 18 Jan 2003
What are muslims suppose to do then if they are called up to fight for Britain against muslim countrys. 18 Jan 2003
Torn ,extra Quraan/Kitaabs what can be done with themA friend told me burn them which I think is a sin.Can we bury it in own yard Also hair from combs.Advise... 18 Jan 2003
Can a person offer prayer in mosque when is he not pure/taahir/paak 18 Jan 2003
Are women allowd to dance around women without music. 18 Jan 2003
What can I do? My parents or my husband? However my husband has not let me go to see my parents overseas in 6 years. I am told to cook clean and take take of his family only 17 Jan 2003
For about 6 years i've been ill, i've been diagnosed with serveral deseases, i've had 3 sugerys. I'm very weak...Can you advice me some duahs that might make me feel better? 17 Jan 2003
I am having trouble reading salaat. I can read the entire salaat loudly, but I have trouble reading the same things silently even for something simple as Surah Al-Fatihah. What should I do? 17 Jan 2003
On 10th Zilhaj,after pelting the shaytan,doing animal sacrifice&Halq all the restrictions of ihraam have ended–except sexual relations with ones wife.Does this rule apply to woman on Hayd as well? 17 Jan 2003
My father saw a dream that Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani said to him to call your son back to Paksitan as there is going to be some war etc in USA soon. What is the interpretation 17 Jan 2003
my aunty says that men have the urge and don’t listen , so the prophet thought make the women cover themselves up but I kno its 4 security. 17 Jan 2003
The dream placed me in a very dark room but everything around me had a bright orange glow. I saw my cousin (boss) speak(angrily) to me but could hear his wife's voice 17 Jan 2003
1. advise me on how i can get a divorce, what steps i should take. 2. can i get a divorce without waiting for him to come back to my country. 17 Jan 2003
What is the hair of the beard? Does it include the hair on the neck (just above the throat) or can I shave that and just let it grow on my cheeks, chin, and lower jaw as some scholars permit? 17 Jan 2003
PLease give me the meaning of the name Ammar.Can we keep it for female and male both.Jazakallah. 17 Jan 2003
My question is regarding reading of Isthikaara Salaah for guidance & direction regarding a certain boy n interpretation of my dream 17 Jan 2003
Can I get my nose pieced? 17 Jan 2003
My daughters name is Ala'a Razee Rahman, some one told me in pakistan that this is wrong name coz is looks like Allah when u say's, pls advise me. 17 Jan 2003
How often can married woman visit her parents? 17 Jan 2003
If one’s boss/sir/hakim orders him for a task that is illegal in Islam then what should he do. Also what if the task is a minor sin and if it is a great sin 17 Jan 2003
1.What does the word An Naas (the final surah of Qura’an) mean someone said it has 52 meanings is this true. And does Nabi mean the one with knowledge of the unknown. 17 Jan 2003
What is the meaning of Bayeeyath? why do people say that the bayeeyath safe gaurd's us from all the problems 17 Jan 2003
Drinking of camel urine as medicine according to Sahi Bukhari. Volume 7, Book 71, Number 590: provide tashreeh, is it fabricated? 17 Jan 2003
Please help with directions or contact details for masjids in the Port Elizabeth area 17 Jan 2003
1) I need to know whether a person can read an english magazine while passing stools in the bathroom 2) can throw these magazines or letters with names like muhammed or sahaba names in the garbage? 17 Jan 2003
Is it ok to create a website to earn a living? Is it halal for me to create a website for intoducing people with the intention of marriage(muslim and non-muslim)? 17 Jan 2003
My questions are in terms of selling products and services that may indirectly lead to sins but the choice is how the purchaser or user uses it? 17 Jan 2003
Is it allowed to engage in sexual activity alone? 17 Jan 2003
How can i propose a girl for marriage in Islam? 17 Jan 2003
Can i copy some of your information from web page? 17 Jan 2003
What is the meaning of the name Sumaya. What dua can one read to have one's desires fullfilled. 15 Jan 2003
Is it ok just to wipe the private parts with toilet paper or must water be used as well? Does not using water nullify your ghusal? 15 Jan 2003
What advice would you give to the Muslims living in the Western Non-Muslim Lands? 15 Jan 2003
2) can a muslim become an insurance agent? 3) I share bathrooms with ghair muslims. Is it okay to begin wudhu in one bathroom and finish in another, assuming I exit one and enter another immediately? 15 Jan 2003
I was converted to Islam when i was five years old now as I have grown up I am confused about Islam. I dont understand how Islam is the true religion . Wheb wats happening. Please help. 15 Jan 2003
how is it that the prayers/requests of a human being caused Allah to change the rules that He had made for the whole of mankind 15 Jan 2003
I Insha'Allaah Want To Get Married When I Complete My Education, So Please Give Me Advice About Marriege And What Kind Of Muslimah I Should Marry? 15 Jan 2003
I have been asked, how do we know that the Quar'an is the word of our creator, and not made up like other religions out there? 15 Jan 2003
Can parents prevent their daughter from marrying a particular man? 15 Jan 2003
Can a Woman travel alone for her second Umrah? 15 Jan 2003
I have heard in some bayan from authentic person regarding Omar R.A stopping earthquake in Madina munwarrah...can you provide me ref book for any 1 or all the story mentioned above 14 Jan 2003
Does the use of "WE=Allah " in the english translation of Quran logically explain the fact of Allahs', the Seer of all things presence everywhere? 14 Jan 2003
1)To what extent should a person obey his parents?2)How can I be the one to listen to my parents?3)What is meant by brother in law is death? 13 Jan 2003
I saw myself standing on the top floor of a huge pink house, which was built in the ocean. I was looking out of a big window and could see right to the bottom floor. 13 Jan 2003
with regard to question no 3195. I would also like to know that is it a false allegation on deobandis that they beleive that prophet Muhammed (saw) is alive in his grave? jazakallah 13 Jan 2003
I would like to know why some people say that Sheikh Abdul-Qadir Gilani(RA) is the most controversial of all the Awliya Ikraam? 13 Jan 2003
Is a person's income pre-determined by Allah (SW)? Is it haram to work for an insurance company? How do I overcome my fear of becoming poor or financially insecure? 13 Jan 2003
1).is it ok to swollow tears when performing salat(2).to kill pests such as cockroaches 3).is solat fajr the same as subuh? 13 Jan 2003
I am working in place where there is a lot of wine imported Is it permissible for me to work here ? 12 Jan 2003
Please give me the best suggestion to whom result we should consider ... I did istikharah and I got positive result, but we also consult with a specialist, he did it and got the negative result 12 Jan 2003
Is it not a sin if you have your dry skin falling all over the Masjid Floors?Is'nt this considered unhygenic? 12 Jan 2003
My mum converted to Islam when i was five years old.No w I am14 and confused how Islam is a true religon I feell like reverting back to my old religion. Can you please help me. 12 Jan 2003
Is any thing in shariah, nikah be made without human witnesses and qazi.on some very extreme conditions. 12 Jan 2003
I want to start a small scope business with a friend who is good in dealing. except for Jum'uah he rarely offers salat. I feel, when he is not sincere to Allah, how can he be sincere with me 12 Jan 2003
1- I would like to know that can a girl have a decent and modest chat with a stranger boy/girl via internet ?2- Are the 6 roza's (fast) in the month of Shawal treated as mandatory. 12 Jan 2003
Is my name ok? Nazlee? 12 Jan 2003
does my husband have a right to neglect me and my child over his family? My husband is always worried about his family and siblings. 12 Jan 2003
.If a person passes away on a Friday or on a friday in the month of ramadan is it true that the person will enter jannah without having to account for his misdeeds? 12 Jan 2003
1.Sattar of arm for woman includes full shoulder to wrist or elbow to wrist in salaat? 2.time of morning & evening tasbeehat,does evening mean after asar or after magrib? 10 Jan 2003
2. Is it Makrooh to speak after Esha? 3. Are we allowed to use contraception for a while if don't plan on having children for a few years? 10 Jan 2003
Madressa Religious Teachers approach to Chilren not correct Put fear into them They hate going to madressa Impatient and temperamental 10 Jan 2003
Can u tell me if it is haraam to read sex stories with my wife in bed. (there are no pictures) 10 Jan 2003
Are hurain mentioned in quran are women or men or both. 10 Jan 2003
I am working as Researcher in laboratory where they treat rats with alcohol (Ethanol) and study its effects on disease. Is it Halal for me to work there? 10 Jan 2003
Does Islam prohibit the donation of body organs after death for the benefit of another human being? 10 Jan 2003
Can I attend women only functions? Like mehndi, bridal/baby showers? if husband drops off & picks me up? 10 Jan 2003
How can Shaytan bother a Muslim in prayer if we read "outhu billahi minash-Shaytan-nirajeem" before we commence? 10 Jan 2003
As Muslims, do we believe in Pre-destination? 10 Jan 2003
There is a name I would like to one day use for a boy. The name is “Deen” as in “religion”. Is this ok to use? 8 Jan 2003
What if I love some girl sincerly and cause of her I am on the right track(non-sinful life) can i just hug her? 8 Jan 2003
My father passed away about one year ago. In his will, he states that the person who remains in the family home should pay the others their due share. is this correct? 8 Jan 2003
Diference between Deobandi, Bareilwee, Shia and sunni 8 Jan 2003
Will I remain Clean If a dog passing by touches me 8 Jan 2003
I have two questions: praying before the prescribed timings, and mistakes done in the salaat. 8 Jan 2003
How can one repent from masterbation and know that he is forgiven? What is the punishment of masterbation?... 8 Jan 2003
How come an apostate is killed in Islamic Shariah but there's no compulsion upon other non-Muslims in the State? 8 Jan 2003
Inheritance of a woman who is not living with her husband and is not divorced. Her husband remarried. How is her wealth to be distributed with respect to Islamic Law 8 Jan 2003
Meaning of reciting durood shareef in dreams. 8 Jan 2003
What does it mean when you dream of a friend's death or a family member's death? 6 Jan 2003
It is true that Quaran says we must marry to one's who is equal to us in wealth. 6 Jan 2003
how many times can a person have sex with wife per day? What if she doesnt like it a lot? 6 Jan 2003
can you please explain the difference between saying “Islam says be moderate” and “Islam says follow the middle way?” 6 Jan 2003
If questions related to sex are discuss so openly there is a chance of people doing the same,if someone get spoil and start doing the same 6 Jan 2003
I am intrested in a guy to get marry and he is equally intrested, can you refer something to read for Allah to tie us in this relationship. 6 Jan 2003
is share-trading on stock exchange allowed in Islam ? 1 Jan 2003
missed 20 days of Ramadhan due to birth of child & doctor's advice - it may complicate things. last 2 years, did not fast because she was on menstrual cycle. Does she have to make up all the fasts? 1 Jan 2003
1. where should our eyes point while offering Salaat 1 Jan 2003
1.In India there is a practice among Hindu married women that they apply a red coloured powder (Sindoor).some muslims too practice this in some areas. is it permissible? 1 Jan 2003
The contract is based on hour, whether we are working or not. I feel it’s better for me to use the time for something useful i.e read Qur’an, ta’lim etc. (inside or outside the office). Is it OK? 29 Dec 2002
Can one refuse a proposal without doing istikhara, and based on instinct on speaking to them? 29 Dec 2002
I pray Salaat-ul-Tasbeeh at the time of new year’s eve. The idea is when the disobedience of Allah s.w.t. is at it’s peak in my city, I want to be in a state of Salaat. Anything wrong with this? 29 Dec 2002
How to get husband to practise what he preaches? He wont let daughter get dolls but watches tv & music etc 29 Dec 2002
Assalamu alaikum .my problem is i get drops of urine after toilet for an unknown time..so should i change the clothes everytime?sometimes it happens during salaat 29 Dec 2002
How were the following related to each other: Mariam, Zakaria, Yahya, Imran, Esa (a.s)? 29 Dec 2002
what will the fatwa regarding the nikah on internet by using video conferencing facility, with a real time fax facility both parties have signed the form 29 Dec 2002
1. It is said that if someone says bad things or gossips about a muslim, then a person’s sins are forgiven. What if a non-muslim does that, are some of our sins forgiven then too? 29 Dec 2002
cant seem to give up sins. I seem to be able to give it up for 1 or 2 days and then after that i cant control my nafs anymore and i give in..what advise can you give me? 29 Dec 2002
1. Some time ago they started to allow dogs at some beaches here in US, before it was not allwed. Is it okay to go in the water of that sea or lake and to walk on that sand? 29 Dec 2002
Does there have to be an islamic divorce if there was a civil marriage only? 29 Dec 2002
Wakeel,When the mother of the family dies, who is the wakeel: The Eldest son or the father? Shukran 29 Dec 2002
On Virtues of Modest Dressing 29 Dec 2002
There is an organization by the name of Hizb u Tahrir. Tell us about the validity of their cause and the work they do. 29 Dec 2002
I borrowed £10,000 from a friend to buy shares, we made an agreement that I would pay the zakat on the borrowed money, the shares are now worth only £1,000 29 Dec 2002
My local mosque is a Barelwi mosque. I have been going there for a few years. They recite Asalaatuwasalaam after every asr and fajr salaah. I have recently been called a wahabi 26 Dec 2002
1) is covering the face restricted to Iddah period only, 2) what is the Sharai' ruling on a person who ridicules the Islamic dress code? or any other 'fundamental' of Islam? 26 Dec 2002
Paan is a special kind of leave eaten in India and Pakistan along with tobacco. What does the shariah says on chewing only tobacco itself? 26 Dec 2002
Which sect do u belong to? Is it ok for an unmarried person to think about intercourse with his wife for pleasure? 26 Dec 2002
(halal or haram) The product "Henna Natural Hair Colour" from the bodyshop. The ingredients are lawsonia, inermis, curcumalonga, sesamumindicum. 26 Dec 2002
At night when we sleep with our wife can i touch her private parts, 26 Dec 2002
i have been shaving the hair on my testacles and i just recently read from one of the answers that you musnt what should i do???? 25 Dec 2002
for a wet dream when does it come faradh do have a ghusl. even if the underwear is a bit wet, is it still fardh to do ghusl? 25 Dec 2002
I would like to no if burbing through the mouth breaks the wudoo and i masturabated thrice when i was fasting what should i do,should i fast sixty days for each. 25 Dec 2002
Can a person, who doesn't have a beard, do tawbah for apostasy? 25 Dec 2002
We intend to name our baby boy 'Zaidaan', could u pls tell us the meaning and if a suitable name 24 Dec 2002
Feel urine toilet water splash when passing.We shower after each time that we use the toilet-doubtful.Cant change to"low-pan" as we are renting.Please advise if to shower or not for paak saaf/salaah. 24 Dec 2002
i find it hard to distinguish between sins that are forgiven by making sincere tawbah, and sins that have be to be forgiven by the wronged person. 24 Dec 2002
For a Gas station business owner, who sells Liquor, Lotto tickets, Non-halal products, etc. is there anyway to turn this income from haram to halal without eliminating the products off the shelves, ?? 24 Dec 2002
What to do if girls father wants marriage but not girl's mum... 24 Dec 2002
If performing fajr salaat and one forgets to recite the qunoot,will salaat be accepted or does it need to be reperformed? 24 Dec 2002
Can a normal man wear a condom and make love with his wife ? 24 Dec 2002
dream - was walking with sister-in-law, decided to ask this relative about what would happen to both of them in the Akhirah. The relative replied that both of them were destined for Hell 24 Dec 2002
is eloping allowed in islam so as long as both guy and girl are ready? what are the restrictions of eloping if any? 24 Dec 2002
As regards to your answers for cigarette, can we place tea (tea powder) in the same category 24 Dec 2002
If someone charges something on my credit card promising that they will pay within the due date and they don't, will I be liable for the interest that I pay on their behalf 24 Dec 2002
My marraige is annuled.my iddat is over,and still love my husband.how do i get over this. 24 Dec 2002
i took a loan of 200000, i pay 32000 every year(including interest). my annual saving is 50000.then what will be the Zakaat. 24 Dec 2002
I reached puberity about 12 yrs ago while i started offering Salat only recently, i am now trying not to miss any salat now,but how can i compensate for my missed Salats 24 Dec 2002
When on holiday (say 5 days), is any Salaat compulsorily. And please explain on Salaat when travelling (over 80 km). 23 Dec 2002
the us claimed that the al qaida hijackers had a book that said they should shave off their beards ,is this allowed in jihad 23 Dec 2002
When reading istikarah on 2 occasions i had 3 dreams about another boy who i liked but cannot marry as i am older than him (5 years). 1st dream- I was packing my bag to go to his sisters house 23 Dec 2002
1.If one is sitting for Itikaf is he allowed to attend a Janaza (Fard) in the musjid, if not why and specify ref. 2. In Itikaf is one allowed to bath if he feels uncomfortable? 23 Dec 2002
What is the meaning of the name Rookyia Is it a good name to have. One of your e mails had Ruqyah meaning Taweez 23 Dec 2002
Is Sep'11 incident quoted in Quran? 23 Dec 2002
1. when in mosque, after how many safs or how many meters/feet one can cross a person busy in salat. 23 Dec 2002
If I am an Imam which surahs are better to read? For example in fajr if an Imam reads longer surahs(like surah Jummah) is it better than reading shorter ones 23 Dec 2002
1. Can a woman have ihtilaam (Wet Dream)? If so do they also ejaculate semen? 2. Can a male or female jinn have sex with human beings while (the humans) are awake or while they are asleep? 23 Dec 2002
Does one have to do Kaffara for nafil fasts? if, a) the fast was breaken for no reason, b) was broken with a valid reason i.e. being sick 23 Dec 2002
Comments on zina and adulterous acts. do we still receive this punishment of lashes for fornication and stone death for committing adultery or will this be forgiven? 20 Dec 2002
During 4 rakat farz prayer with jamat,In 4th rakath while sitting if one forget that it is 4th rakath instead think that its 2nd rakath 20 Dec 2002
At work to get holidays i have to lie sometimes. I want a holiday and i know they will say No so can i lie to get my holidays? 20 Dec 2002
dun istikhara 4 marriage a while bk and I asked in my prayer that if it b good let me c a spider or a dream and I saw both several times 20 Dec 2002
Is it permissible to give interest money to the poor? 20 Dec 2002
mother x has a son that is sick from birth and is quite old and stayed his whole life with her and she looks after him and has to shave him by his private parts as he can not do it himself 20 Dec 2002
asl i would like to ask about the ruling of shaving by the private parts and how long must that hair be for the namaaz to be invalid. 20 Dec 2002
Can one pray Tahajjud, immediately after Isha? 20 Dec 2002
Is it true that Woman has been created from the CURVED Rib of Man, and hence the nature? 20 Dec 2002
Gusal(steps of gusal) should be done before or after taking bath after having intercourse 19 Dec 2002
I have recently been crying alot especially when I either read or hear the Quran, or Islamic material. ... Is there a particular reason for an invidual to feel such emotions? 19 Dec 2002
smoking in bathroom halal? Marijuana halal for recreational purposes? 18 Dec 2002
For conducting "Ijtima" or a congregation of women alone ,where topics of religion are preached / discussed require the main speaker to be an Alima ? 18 Dec 2002
plz tell me some dua so that i can get married soon as possible. 18 Dec 2002
Is it Halal or Jaaiz to do a business of a cyber cafe (Internet Cafe) in Islam. I think that it is not at all Jaaiz and the income from it is also Haraam. 18 Dec 2002
Me and my sister are going to go India Inshallah, but we hear that there are alot of jinns there, and people do black magic there alot, 18 Dec 2002
when we have a wet dream what is napaak, i no that all our clothes are but what about our beds and the blanket that we sleep on, are all them napaak too? 18 Dec 2002
What is your view on Ratheeb where people can cut themselves whislt making zikr and they dont get cut or hurt 18 Dec 2002
I need to know the meaning of the name HAFEEFA 18 Dec 2002
Is treatment of premature ejaulation permitted before marriage 14 Dec 2002
Is there something you can raed everyday so that u have a good wife, good job and good family? 14 Dec 2002
Can we have sex with our wife in the shower or bathroom together? Can she wash and clean our private parts and can we wash and clean there private parts? 14 Dec 2002
1. Person X has been fasting roughly from the age of 15. But due to desires, he used to masterbate during almost all of his fasts. 2. advise on Harun Yahya's articles 14 Dec 2002
How does one become a Sufi?? Is it necessary to have a Sheikh as a Ustaad or can one follow the path of Tasawwuf themselves?? 14 Dec 2002
Is it Ok for husband/wife to look at sexual videos to help sexual relations in their marriage? If not permissable where should they seek help from? 14 Dec 2002
can a women cut her nails during menstruation? Also i hve committed some big sings n i wnat to seek forgiveness for it,pls suggest me in how to do so? 14 Dec 2002
Is it possible to do work which I feel required? In written we show on paper that we do extensive testing,but while doing actual testing we don't do as much as we have showed on paper 14 Dec 2002
can we squeez our wives breast? can we lick them and suck there neples and have fun with there breasts? 14 Dec 2002
Is it permissible to host a 'Bismillah' or 'Ameen' for a child? 14 Dec 2002
working in travel agency. confused, first visit to holy lands. want to involve myself in ibaadah. if I go as group leader, I have to be involved in servin the Hujjaj. advise 14 Dec 2002
I want to do a course on electrician in september at college? can u give me some dua or something that i can complete the course and be good at it ... 14 Dec 2002
Prayer with time watch on hand. I saw on an Islamic website that prayer is not valid with time watch on hand? 14 Dec 2002
if a person is very old and cannot fast, he/she should give food to any one poor person twice a day. if we have difficulty in giving food and want to pay the amount, how should we calculate the amount 14 Dec 2002
Sunnath salaat or tahiyyatul-masjid, which I should pray if I have less time? 14 Dec 2002
take bayat to a sheikh and when he dies, don't take bayat to another, but the Majlis group take bayat to a sheikh and when he dies they take bayat to another,who is correct or are both incorrect 14 Dec 2002
I love my husband, I can’t imagine my life without him. I have this feeling that something bad is going to happen and lose him, every dream I have and word I hear I interpreted in a pessimistic way 12 Dec 2002
On Friday prayers Imam make du'aa in Khutba, but he doesn't make duha after the farz namaz. Does the Namaz accepted? Same thing in regular days imam doesn't make duha after the farz namaz 12 Dec 2002
When is it acceptable for women to seek separating from her husband? 12 Dec 2002
Can Deaf woman marry sunni, urdu, surtee,and any tribe? Let me know if i can marry someone for tribe? 12 Dec 2002
Is it okay to read dus for the esale sawaab of great personalities? e.g Rasullalah, Isa (AS) ETC 5 Dec 2002
Can we have Christian servant in home…doing various works like sweeping, washing cloths…making food etc. 5 Dec 2002
What is Sunnah. Is it all the things that the prophet did or just the things he preferred. 5 Dec 2002
1)if wife touches the private parts of husband and erose him and during this if simen comes out of husband penis. 5 Dec 2002
Is it permissable to have a clock in our home which chimes every hour with the tune of the "Westminster Chimes"? 5 Dec 2002
Is the name Rushana permissible and if it is could you pls give the meaning of it?Shukran. 5 Dec 2002
According to my understanding Yazid was the man who killed the grandson of the Prophet (s.a.w).Is this name therefore allowed? 5 Dec 2002
I am suffering from extreme amounts of waswaas. I know He Exists, and i know He is One, and i believe in Him. Yet, still, i keep getting waswaas, and that too in Ramadhan. 5 Dec 2002
i would like to know that is zakaat payable on gold plated jewellery and also i have gold plated dinner sets 4 my home which i hardly use do i pay zakaah on these? 5 Dec 2002
Why are the hands not raised before bowing, etc. in the Hanafi madhab, even if it is mentioned in the Hadith? 5 Dec 2002
Could you kindly inform me of the significance of salaatul Jummah and why it is held only on fridays. 5 Dec 2002
What are the views of the Sunnis and Shi'ites on the Caliphate? How are they different and how are they alike from each other? 5 Dec 2002
How many Degrees deviation allows from Qibla, on either side?Is it 221/2 or 45 Degrees? 5 Dec 2002
BPD query - I’m diagnosed with borderline personality disorder…there are many aspects of this disorder that bothers me but right now I’d like to discuss just about changing feelings and moods 5 Dec 2002
Please advise us of the meaning of the name "Raumaan" and if possible details of the sahabi (R.A 5 Dec 2002
7281-Most of the Muslim countries are so poor; it does not have the proper educational infrastructure for higher studies, some of us have to take the risk for greater cause. 5 Dec 2002
job of putting out magazines and newspapers on shelf and working on the tills including sometimes films and cds, is income earned from such a place halaal or should I seek a new form of employment. 5 Dec 2002
1). If a woman starts her menses after she has prayed fajr salah and she has to wait the full 10 ten days 5 Dec 2002
In what types of situations should one pray Istikharah? as soon as possible or nearing the time of his decision and how do you pray it? 5 Dec 2002
q#2654 - failed to perform several fasts when I was young, without a valid excuse.I have already performed the Qadhaa fasts. is it obligatory upon me to perform Kaffara fasts as well? 5 Dec 2002
Is it permissible for a woman to pray with her nails polished? 5 Dec 2002
Is it permissible to watch programs related to nature on tv? 5 Dec 2002
I feel the importance of tableegh work. Women want to go in Jamath 3 or more days. Her children are all from 1 year to eight years age. 5 Dec 2002
Is it alright to let my children use their left hand to eat/drink, write, etc.? How can I become an Alima? 5 Dec 2002
Is photography allowed in islam? that now it is allowed because in earlier times the photographs were prayed and now it is not so. 5 Dec 2002
I commited zina and WE trying all we can do to be forgiven from Allah, we are in desperate need for du3aas for the last 8days now in Ramadan, in araby please give me website or something. 4 Dec 2002
For 21 years I contribute to a compulsory pension fund where a portion is paid by the employer and a portion by me. Is Zakaat payable?Is it payable on both the employers and employees contributions? 4 Dec 2002
1) Can I ask a Bank for my Interest without having the Nya of spending it for myself but for giving it as a Charity? 4 Dec 2002
Is it permissible for a woman to pray behind a male Imam (in or outside a mosque)? 4 Dec 2002
Will u be punish if u do not give beggars money? 4 Dec 2002
Is working for a Christian organisation permissible? 4 Dec 2002
When a women has her montly periods can she read? 4 Dec 2002
1) My husband wants me to lose weight. I am breast-feeding. if I don’t eat a lot, I don’t get milk. Now I am thinking I want him to start on formula milk. Please tell me what I should give priority to 4 Dec 2002
Mubarak Baal and Salami gatherings 4 Dec 2002
i married, have had many problems since start, i had an affair, i told my wife about it few years. after 3 years have, she has filed for a divorce, and, but i love her 4 Dec 2002
The problem is his parents want him to marry someone else and my parents dont like him because he is uneducated and so on..... 4 Dec 2002
I wanted to know about the Taraweeh for women ,if they are performing and while days comes for period ,what should they do ? 3 Dec 2002
After becoming murted for bad words or jokes about the Prophet (s.a.s.) can one be forgiven by Allah (c.c.)? 3 Dec 2002
My ustaaad said that shia’s are not muslim they are kafir wot do u think about shia’s and what my ustaad said ur views plz. 3 Dec 2002
In an earlier fatwa you mentioned that the 26th-27th ayah of Surah Imran is very special in terms of duas. 3 Dec 2002
Is the Jihad in Chechny and Palestine a ligimit Jihad ? 3 Dec 2002
Is it permissable to read quran while driving eg. wazifas an duas while driving home from the musjid.? 3 Dec 2002
my question is i used to model hence used to wax above the eyebrows and cheek now i stopped grwn a beard i look unpresentable my hair grown back twice as much please i need help 3 Dec 2002
Is it a sin if we don't read the sunnah and nafl salat, but only read the Farz salat. 3 Dec 2002
How does one prevent wet dreams (Nocternal emmission) 3 Dec 2002
If a man recites the sajdah tasbeeh in ruku is his namaaz accepted? 3 Dec 2002
1. Is it True That Mullah Omar has our prophet's shawl? 2 Dec 2002
But on the eve of Jummua tul Widaa we had sex during her perioods.. She was in her fourth day of her period...Is there a kaffara. 2 Dec 2002
1. Can we read quran at makrooh times? (i.e while sun-rise, sun-set and mid-day). 2 Dec 2002
There is a hadith that states 'Laylatul Qadr in on one of the last ten uneven nights of Ramadaan. Is this an authentic hadith? 2 Dec 2002
Based on a hadeeth, I heared that if a man is not obedient to Allah eg. does not make salaah, then he looses his rights over his wife (sexually). Is it true and explain? 2 Dec 2002
It is said that during Ramadaan the dead are loose my friend died will he zieyaarat my house or only his house he lived in 2 Dec 2002
I would like to know that What are the four criterias can a man consider over a woman for marriage ? 2 Dec 2002
I am happily maried to a previously hindu woman, who has converted to islam. My question is related to partaking of food at the home of my hindu in-laws. 2 Dec 2002
On the day of eid, did the Prophet Salalahu Alayhi Wasalam wear new clothes, or the best of his old clothes? 2 Dec 2002
forbidden (Haram) for prayers Sunrise, Sunset, Zawaal. I need some clarifications. 2 Dec 2002
I am 2 months pregnant. Will the eclipse influence the child if @ eclipse time i do anything, incl. housework ? 30 Nov 2002
let me know whether it is permissible to cut one's hair and nails while fasting or does one have to wait until sunset ? 30 Nov 2002
When I talk to my fiancé while I’m fasting, my semen comes out unintentionally. Does that make me break my fast? 30 Nov 2002
Is it permissbale to have two pieces of najaz on differrent parts of clothes during salaat? 30 Nov 2002
I would like to know the meaning of my name Asif Iqbal, and is it an Islamic name. 30 Nov 2002
what is the meaning of my name `MANAF AHMED', I have been told to change Manaf, please advise? 30 Nov 2002
What is the ruling to bow infront of a martial arts inspector which forms parts of the training process 30 Nov 2002
Is namaaz accepted if women pray with alcohol free make-up on? (wudhu done prior to putting make-up) 30 Nov 2002
can u tell me if balsamic vinager is halal? and is perfume halal? 30 Nov 2002
My son wishes to be Haafiz inshallah. I‘m pleased with his intention but concerned later in life, his Quran may be forgotten due to economic pressure, getting married, etc. I have seen many examples. 28 Nov 2002
if a someone promises to another that he will not "break his word" and his parents are witness(as this man would sign a contract) later he breaks his oath.what's islamic opinion? 28 Nov 2002
Now a days with new rules and regulations he is unable to do so. Now he cannot do business with his cash funds without involvement of bank. In this situation is it permissible involve bank? 28 Nov 2002
I have been told that the biological father can marry his illegitemate daughter if he didn't marry her biological mother 28 Nov 2002
Adam and Hawa have eaten from the forbidden tree. Allah ordered them to leave Jannah and live on earth. They met each other, on Arafah were they ask Allah's forgiveness. Is this story a myth? 28 Nov 2002
My wife masturbated me while we were fasting. Is the fast makrooh or not valid? 28 Nov 2002
My sons are becomming of age and with all the "sexual education" available at school, i have overheard them speaking about masturbation. How do i handle this topic with them? 28 Nov 2002
Are women allowed to drive? 28 Nov 2002
Is it okay to remove hairs from underarms and bikini during roza or we should do it at night after iftar? 28 Nov 2002
What is the meaning of name Humairah? 28 Nov 2002
I know it is not right to eat Non Zabiha. But if I recite Kalma before I eat it, Does it make the food zabiha? 27 Nov 2002
I was working(melting plastic) inhaled its smell. Will this break my fast? And please tell me the conditions when our fast will me invalid? 27 Nov 2002
Is Allah's mercy only for the believers? 27 Nov 2002
I want to ask is it permitted to talk to ur Fiancé before marriage(in my case over the net) 27 Nov 2002
my last name is Kareem. Is it okay or should I change it to Abdul Kareem? 27 Nov 2002
Is it acceptable for me to work in a supermarket store which sells wine, haraam meat but also halaal foods aswell? 27 Nov 2002
After having an erection, I diacovered clear sticky liquid (Mazi) whilst fasting.does this break my Fast.do I have to do kadha? 27 Nov 2002
What to do after childbirth? Do u have to stay in doors for 40 days? 27 Nov 2002
Does pursing for higher studies is also Ibadah? 27 Nov 2002
United States is not a good place to raise a child, I am afraid, very afraid that I won’t get a pious wife. Is this a good reason not to get married? 27 Nov 2002
1)How to perform salaatul-haajat. 2)Is it permissiable to read surah yaseen every morning and evening 27 Nov 2002
My wife cooks too much food and it is wasted. Should I punish her or not do anything since she is such a good cook and keeps me happy with sexual items? 27 Nov 2002
Can one use Amatullah and Abdullah if one wants to remain anonymous? 27 Nov 2002
During Fast,If it is very necessory to take Ghusal-e-Janabat then what will be the method bucause we cannot gargle during fast.I have heard that gargle is must in ghusal-e-janabat? 27 Nov 2002
Are women allowed to colour their hair brown, using (colourwash)semi-permenant hair dyes? Is Wudhu/Namaz accepted if such dye is used? Wat about the alcohol content? 27 Nov 2002
I feel marriage is Waajib upon me,& I have the strong desire to get married,but can't because I'm not working-still studying.Please advise. 27 Nov 2002
I have been involved in an affair? I want to repent? What should I do? How can I correct my mistake? 27 Nov 2002
1.can woman use tweezer for removing hair from chin,as it is metal and I heard that it's haram to use metallic objects for removing hair from anywhere? 27 Nov 2002
40 Ahadith of Imaam an-Nawawi (RA) said to recite the surah fateha silently. what explanation has Imaam abu Haneefa (RA) has given in this regard? 27 Nov 2002
Under an islamic law,should a woman upon her marriage(nikkah) change her maiden name (her surname before marriage) to her husband's surname? 27 Nov 2002
I was wondering how one knows if one's prayer has been answered by Allah. 27 Nov 2002
while keeping qaza fasts if we dont remember the number of fasts left in a year can we calculate approximately 27 Nov 2002
In Tashahudd, why do we say the word you in "peace be upon you o prophet" and why do we bear witness prophet Mohammad(pbuh) when Quran says Allah is enough as witness in 4:79, 4:166. 26 Nov 2002
I am on a work journey about 18 hours away via flight from my home town. I will be here (China) for two months. Qasr or full salat? 26 Nov 2002
can ayat or ayats of quran be accepted as guidance for istikarrah saalat. 26 Nov 2002
Can men wear a cloth which has some proportion of silk in it? Or is it completely forbidden? 26 Nov 2002
I started masturbation but i suddently got remember that i am in sawm but liquid came but it was not semen, so my fast was valid or not ? 26 Nov 2002
I wanna get remember SORA-A-YASIN, so what should the steps should i take? Kindy tell me how it can be convenient to get remember immediately 26 Nov 2002
Is it allowed to send/receive religious mails and information to a gayar mahram ? 26 Nov 2002
My cousin married a Christian man with the hope that he will eventually realise the truth as he seems to have lost hope in Christianity.If she dies will she be considered muslim. 26 Nov 2002
in todays times...can a girls parents request an aids test on a boy who has asked for her hand in marriage 26 Nov 2002
1) will masturabting ones wife while she is fasting break her fast? 2) You state its alright to kiss ones wife while fasting. What type of kiss is permissiable 26 Nov 2002
in your opinion, is there such a thing that if a person makes dua to ALLAH (without durood)..then that dua will be weak 26 Nov 2002
Is seeing the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) in the form of bright light (noor) mean seeing him? 26 Nov 2002
if Jumma prayer can be held in a mosque where 1) five times prayers are not held for example at work place. 26 Nov 2002
If I perform Umra after Ramadan this year should Haj be made Farz on me during the same year i.e. 2002. I have not done any Haj before. 26 Nov 2002
Is valima jayaz on the same day of nikah, i.e., nikah at asar and valima at isha on the same day. 26 Nov 2002
I have 2 daughters and my problem is that a few months before my wife told me that she was raped. after few days she agree and they have intercourse. I divorce her or I forgive her?? 26 Nov 2002
In my dreams I often see,Shoes, Buying shoes, Losing a shoe, Wearing shoes, Going to Shoe shops etc… 26 Nov 2002
My husband married his first cousin in 2001 so she could come over here. His family said this was the only way we could marry.Where do we stand Islamically? What advice can you give us? 26 Nov 2002
In my masjid some brothers whose native tongue is gujrati have a hard time pronouncing certain words in Arabic, example say zalamin instead of dhalamin Or saying adhan like azan. Is this permissible 26 Nov 2002
my father owns land and he has not yet distributed among his children. He told us to pay zakat for our share of the land. There is no income from this land should i have to pay zakat on such land 26 Nov 2002
How do we know that there is life after death? Please quote from a hadith or the Quran. 26 Nov 2002
are all types of soy sauce containing soya beans, wheat and salt haram or are all naturally brewed soy sauces haaram. 26 Nov 2002