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Sects & Groups
373 fatawa from 7 South African Darul Iftas on Sects & Groups, part of Beliefs & Aqeedah. Newest first; every fatwa links to the page where its Darul Ifta published it.
Subtopics are grouped from each Darul Ifta’s own categories and the fatwa titles, so the count is approximate.
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Sects & Groups fatawa — page 1 of 10
- Mufti Online23 Sep 2026
Saying "Ya Ali madad"
What is the ruling upon a Muslim who says "Ya Ali madad" but he doesn't believe Ali can help him and he doesn't say it with the intention of calling…
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee - Jamiat KZN15 Sep 2026
The Grave of the Prophet is more Blessed than the Ka’ba & Arsh
I heard from someone that the grave of the prphet is more blessed than the ka’bah and arsh of Allah, what is the Sunni stance on this please give…
[Mufti] Muhammad ibn Adam - Jamiat KZN20 Jul 2026
Nikah in the Month of Muharram/Safar
I would like to know if it is permissible to marry in the months of Muharram and Safar. I have been told by family members that it is not…
Mufti Muhammed Hamza Farooqui - Jamiat KZN13 Jul 2026
Committing suicide as an expiation for Zina
I would wish to know if I committed Zina. The punishment for Zina is death by stoning or the like. Could I inflict the punishment on myself to win…
Mufti Muhammed Hamza Farooqui - Jamiat KZN30 Jun 2026
The poisoning of Sayyiduna Hasan radiyaLlahu `anhu
It has been alleged that either Muawiyah radiya Llahu `anhu or his son Yazid was involved in the poisoning of Sayyidina Hassan radiya Llahu `anhu.…
- Jamiat KZN22 Jun 2026
Yazid & Beloved Muawiyah RadhiyAllahu Anhu
Mawiyah RA fought a battle with the IV Caliph Ali RA where thousands of Muslims were killed and he appointed Yazeed as successor who than killed…
Shukran - Jamiat KZN22 Jun 2026
The shia rawafid and Beloved Muawiyah Radhiyallahu Anhu
Salaam Mufti: I wanted to ask about Shias and Muawiya/Ali (Radiyallahoanhum to both). Many Shias say that Muawiya (RA) and his successors cursed Ali…
Mu’ādh Chati - Jamiat KZN19 Jun 2026
Husain’s RA going against Yazid & the Sunni view on Yazid
I have read your article regarding rebellion against rulers and open Kufr where you said “The ruler’s leadership should not be challenged unless if…
Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam - Mufti Online15 Apr 2026
Supporting Iran since they are 'defending Palestine'
Regarding the current conflicts, is it correct for Muslims to support Iran since they're 'defending Palestine', even though they might be Shia?
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee - Jamiat KZN9 Apr 2026
‘Aishah (radiyallahu ‘anha) Being Shown as the Wife of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) in Jannah Eased His Death (2/2)
Is this Hadith sahih? On the day of the camel (Jamal), ‘Ammar [Ibn Yasir] saw a congregation, so he asked: ‘What is this?’ So it was said to him: ‘A…
Mawlana Muhammad Abasoomar - Jamiat KZN9 Apr 2026
‘Aishah (radiyallahu ‘anha) Being Shown as the Wife of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) in Jannah Eased His Death (1/2)
Can this Hadith be quoted? The Messenger of Allah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said during his final illness: “Death has certainly been made easy…
- Jamiat KZN1 Apr 2026
Are Shias Muslim or Not?
Why do Ulama say that Shias are Kaafir? Shouldn’t we be more tolerant and promote unity and peace? I have Shia friends who say that they don’t…
Mufti Tahir Hansa - Jamiat KZN19 Feb 2026
Following Star Signs
I understand that we not allowed to believe and follow the predictions. But if you read the star signs it tells you about your personality and what…
- Jamiat KZN13 Jan 2026
The Night of 27th Rajab.
I recently received a mail from a brother which says that fasting and staying up on the 27th of Rajab is baseless and it quotes the following…
[Mufti] M ibn Adam - Jamiat KZN12 Nov 2025
The status of wiping the hands over the face after making Dua
Is there any Hadith that mentions wiping the hands over the face after making Du‘aa? Some people say it is a Bid’ah (innovation)
Mufti Muhammed Hamza Farooqui - Ask Imaam10 Sep 2025
Should I marry a Salafi?
Assalamualyikum wa rehmatullahi wa barakatuhu , I am hanafi.. but the one whom i getting married to the girl is not doing taqleed.. she’s has many…
Mudassir - Ask Imaam7 Sep 2025
Attending Barelwi Gatherings & Kissing The Thumbs During Azaan
I have always been brought up with the Deobandi school of thought, however my I have friends from a barelvi background who celebrate the mawlid, the…
Ismail Desai - Jamiat KZN30 Jul 2025
Hadith: Whoever Gives me The Good News Of Safar Departing/Commencing
I need to know if this Hadith is authentic: Anyone who gives me the good news that he survived Safar, I will give him the good news of that person’s…
Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar - Ask Imaam7 Jul 2025
Can you enumerate the 73 sects with their beliefs?
From various resources, we know that, Muslims will be divided into 73 firqahs and among them, only one will be the righteous one. ahle sunnah wal…
Sohail ibn Arif - Jamiat KZN2 Jul 2025
Is it necessary to purchase items on Ashura to attain reward in hadith?
In relation to the hadeeth relating to spending on ones family on the day of Ashoora, does one purchase on the day of Ashoora itself or can one buy…
Mufti Faraz Adam al-Mahmudi - Jamiat KZN28 Feb 2025
Zakaat to those with Deviated Aqeedah
Q. I have a worker. She says she is Muslim and said she went to classes to the Musjid. But she believes all other religions are correct in their…
Mufti Muhammed Hamza Farooqui - Jamiat KZN26 Feb 2025
First to inform people about Ramadan – Fabricated Hadith (2/2)
I need to know if this Hadith is authentic: ‘Anyone who gives me the good news that he survived Safar, I will give him the good news of that…
Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar - Jamiat KZN26 Feb 2025
First to inform people about Ramadan – Fabricated Hadith (1/2)
The following Hadith is widespread over the internet and I would like to know whether these are the words of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa…
- Ask Imaam19 Feb 2025
Electric racquet to kill insects
There is an outbreak of mosquitoes in our area. Spraying them does not seem to work. We have been advised to use an Electric racquet to kill them.…
Huzaifah Deedat - Azaadville18 Feb 2025
The Salafi
What is your opinion on the Salafi? When I asked a pious person from my town, he told me there is absolutely nothing wrong with the Salafi. When I…
- Jamiat KZN5 Feb 2025
Are our deeds presented to Allah Ta’ala on 15th Sha’ban?
In some Hadiths it is mentioned that our deeds are presented to Allah Ta’ala in Sha’ban, but some places mention it to take place on Laylatul Qadr.…
Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar - Mufti Online21 Dec 2024
Equating Shiahs to Salafis
Is there a difference between a Shia and a Salafi? The Shias have no respect for Sahaabah (radhiyallahu anhum) and the Salafis have incorrect…
Mufti Zakaria Makada - Mufti Online11 Dec 2024
Differences of opinion in Deen
My understanding as far as difference of opinion is concerned, that means now the ummah can do as they please? Some will say gay relationships are…
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee - Mufti Online9 Dec 2024
Calling Shias kaafir
Does calling Shias "Kaffir" make yourself a "Kaffir" since we can't make takfir of our own Muslim mumin brothers, is this correct?
Mufti Zakaria Makada - Mufti Online12 Nov 2024
Muslims Attending Interfaith Programs and Prayers
Is it permissible for a Muslim to participate in an interfaith prayer or program which takes place in a church, temple, synagogue, or any other…
Mufti Zakaria Makada - Azaadville9 Sep 2024
Insect Zappers
Please advise if one is permitted to use a fly and mosquito zapper if the above have become pests. There are two types: one is a handheld racket…
- MUBZ6 Aug 2024
Barelwī and Salafī Sects
Are the Barelwi sect and the Salafi sect part of the Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama`ah?
- Mufti Online30 Jul 2024
Following rulings of Shias
As Muslims we believe that the message of the Quran is clearly and fully conveyed to us all but when we come across the ayah of wudhu in Surah…
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee - Jamiat KZN24 Jul 2024
𝗪hy is 𝗦uicide 𝗛aram 𝗪hen 𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗛 𝗛ates 𝗬ou?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Why is suicide haram when Allah hates you? Wouldn’t it be better to die instead of causing pain to people around me by living? Can a…
- Ibn Masood16 Jun 2024
Marrying a Salafi
Are Muslims allowed to marry Salafis? Is Salafism allowed in Islam, and is the person considered a Muslim?
Mufti Mohammed Desai - Jamiat KZN3 Jun 2024
Can homosexual behaviour be justified in Islam?
Q. I am a student studying medicine, in my faculty I receive arguments and I see evidence on the Biological accounts with regards to gay and lesbian…
Mufti Moosa Salie - Ibn Masood31 May 2024
Deviated Sects
I am reaching out to seek your expertise and guidance on understanding the various subsets within Islam. I am eager to learn more about the…
Maulana Ahmed Saeed - Ibn Masood13 May 2024
Salaah Behind a Salafi
Will my prayer will be valid if the Imaam is one who is of the belief that Allah Ta’ala has two hands and two eyes Nauzubillah, or he is a Salafi or…
Mufti Mohammed Desai Saheb - Azaadville11 May 2024
Addressing A Mixed Gathering Due To A Fear That A Deviant Sect Might Take The Platform
What should I do if I’m called to speak at a gathering where a crowd is mixed between men and women and there is a fear that if I do not go, then…
- Jamiat KZN30 Apr 2024
Punishments For Not Forbidding Evil (3/3)
Please cite an authentic narration regarding those who do not forbid evil.
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