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Published on: January 28, 2010
What are the consequences for a person ceasing to be a hafiz according to Islam? And one more thing, I think you are very good at answering the questions, what are you educated as?
Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately, I don’t really know what you mean by “ceasing to be a hafiz”. It can be understood in the following two ways: That one started to learn the Quran by heart (become a hafiz), but stopped without finishing. Or that one was a hafiz, but has now started to forget some of what one knew.
Answered by: Najeeb Naz
Published on: April 21, 2010
Aslamoaleikum! I have long wondered if Honey was okay to use when giving "ghutti" to a newborn baby.. Since honey can cause infant botulism. That is, paralysis in various parts of the body and/or breathing problems. Giving honey to a newborn child has long been a "ritual" in our family/kinship. In the summer I will have a brother or sister (InshAllah) Then I would like to know if it is okay. I have asked Grandpa and what he says is that if you do it "right" then InshAllah it will go well. What he means by right is that the Prophet (peace be upon him) did it at times (and dates) and if the Prophet (peace be upon him) did it.. So why not? If we do it for "such a purpose" then InshAllah it will go very well. ShukkarAlhamduLilla no one has had paralysis, but breathing problems are normal in our family.. But I am a little scared.. Grandpa has asked some ulama. But we haven't received any "correct" answers yet.. Do you think it's okay for us to give honey to newborn babies then? 🙂
Thank you for your inquiry. If honey is proven to be dangerous for the newborn, it is best to avoid giving ghutti/tahnik with it. Remember that giving ghutti is not an obligation, but a sunnah.
Answered by: Najeeb Naz
Published on: August 19, 2010
Is it haram for a girl to be kissed by a boy without her having any idea that it would happen?
Thank you for your inquiry. It is important to avoid such circumstances where this type of incident can occur. If the person tries to take it into account, it is not so critical to have been kissed against their will.
Answered by: Najeeb Naz
Published on: May 9, 2011
salamoalaikom . I am a girl of 14 years old. I am very keen on making dua and doing it well . but I know that allah swt does not want us to expect that we will get answers right away , but before then I got answers very much for alhamdulillah , allah knows best maybe I have to wait longer this time but I hope that I will get answers is there any special dua I have to do when I really have a big box of prayers or more . I would like to make dua and get my box of prayers insallah ya rabb . salam
Just keep praying. We are servants of Allah. Our duty is to pray to Him in all circumstances regardless of whether He hears our prayers or not. Prayer (dua) itself is a form of worship (ibadah). Regardless of whether one’s prayer is answered or not, there is great reward for praying.
Answered by: Najeeb Naz
Published on: June 20, 2011
Hi! I am a potential convert to Islam, and am doing a lot of studying now. I therefore have a number of questions, and hope someone may be willing to try to answer me..:) I have read the Quran I was terribly fascinated and have no problems understanding that this is a holy book. As I see it, God's message is clear and evident and is shown in the Creed. I still wonder if I am right when I have got the impression that for Muslims, Hadiths are at least as important as the Quran. that one should try to live as much like Muhammad as possible, and that everything he said and did was right. I am struggling a lot to understand exactly this. (This is not meant as criticism, I am genuinely interested!!) I think that no human being is infallible, only God is... I think Muhammad is a fantastic role model, and that the Hadiths can be beautiful and explain things based on the Quran... But still, I think if the most important thing in everyday life is to follow the Hadiths to the letter, it can be easy to think of Muhammad as God eventually, and not as the Messenger he is told by God that he is in the Quran...
Thank you for your inquiry. It is very nice to hear that you are considering converting to Islam. And that you want to do this by studying the Quran and Islam. It is indeed the right path to take. Because this is how you can acquire real knowledge about Islam and attain its essence. We pray to Allah that He guides you to make the right choice as soon as possible.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: September 30, 2011
Salam alaykum wr wb..We start by thanking Allah swt and may Allah swt send peace and blessings upon our Prophet saw. I read an answer given by you regarding kissing the thumbs after hearing ash-shadu anna muhammadan rasoolullah! I would like to have an answer from the Quran and Sunnah that it is like this if this is said while rubbing the thumb nails over the eyes. The Prophet (peace be upon him) will take the person to paradise because of this action. Can I get the hadith in Arabic or other sources?
Thank you for your inquiry. Some of the references you mention are already in our answer which you are probably referring to. Attached is a page from Fatawa Rizwiyya volume 5, page 435.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: January 8, 2009
Aslam u alaikum! I am a 16 year old girl and have wondered about this question for quite some time, but never dared to ask "uncleji" (imam). I actually think it is easier to write it here on wim.no. My question is: Can you wear a necklace with aytalkursi on it in the bathroom and toilet? AND can you wear it when you are menstruating?.. A friend told me that she also wondered about it once, she also asked her Quran teacher and he replied: As long as it is not visible, it is fine. This applies to the toilet. But she did not dare to ask about menstruation either.. She said it was a bit embarrassing. Hope you can answer it! Thanks in advance!
Thank you for submitting your question. In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. May He bless His beloved Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, the best of creation. To understand the rank and nobility of the Quran, it is worth mentioning its description by the Creator Himself: “Nay, verily, this [the Quran] is a reminder, and whoever wills, let him commit it to memory, on honorable leaves, exalted and pure, by the hands of scribes, noble and pious” (Quran 80:11-16) While these verses define the etiquette for writing down the Quran, the following verse tells us about who is fit to touch it: “None shall touch it [the Quran] except the pure” (Quran 56:79) Regarding your question, the use of such a hanging ornament actually involves physical contact with the written verse of the Quran. Based on the above verses, and in order to maintain respect and reverence for the Quran, it will not be permissible to wear such a necklace during menstruation or in a state of major ritual impurity (janaba), be it a man or a woman for the latter. The same applies to wearing this necklace in the toilet, if the text of the verse is not covered. And Allah knows best. M. Azhar Approved by Imam Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: September 22, 2007
Zaid has a large number of prayers, which he makes up for five times a day. Is there any way for him to be released from this responsibility as soon as possible and avoid punishment from Allah?
Zaid has a large number of prayers, which he wants to make up as soon as possible. The easiest option according to Alahazrat Imam Ahmad Raza is: It is permissible for him in ruku and in each sujud that instead of reciting subhana rabbi yal azeem and subhana rabbi yal a’la three times, he can recite this only once. One should always remember that the recitation does not start until one has bowed completely and is in the ruku position. One should remain in this position until the last word, i.e. azeem, is said. The same applies when doing sujud. One should always remember that recitation does not start until one is in the sujud position. One should remain in this position until one has said the last word, i.e. a’la. The second abbreviation can be done in the third and fourth rakahs of fard salah, where instead of surah al-Fatiha one can say Subhan Allah three times and do ruku. It is necessary that one stands straight and says Subhan Allah before going into ruku position. This option only applies in the third and fourth rakahs of fard salah. That option does not apply in witr (wajib salah). Then one should always recite surah al-Fatiha combined with another surah at the end. The third shortening can be done in the last rakah after reciting attahiyyat or tashahhud. Instead of reciting the entire durood and dua, one can say Allahumma salli ala sayyidina Muhammad wa alihi and end the prayer. The fourth possibility is in the last rakah of witr. Instead of reciting the entire dua-e-qunoot, one can instead say rabbighfirli once or three times. (Fatwaa Razwiah, vol. 3, p. 622) And Allah knows best. Translated by Javaria T source: www.islamicacademy.org
Answered by: Javaria T
Published on: January 6, 2008
How does one perform the prayer of hardship ?
Assalamu alaikum, Thank you for your inquiry. Both the Quran and the hadith contain numerous duas, which encourage us to ask Allah for everything we need. Allah (‘Azza wa jall) hears all our prayers and answers them, as He says in the Quran: “When My servants ask Me, behold, I am near. I respond to the supplication of the supplicant when he calls upon Me. So that they may listen to Me and believe in Me, that they may be guided.” (2:186) In another verse, Allah tells us how we can call upon Him: “Call upon your Lord humbly in secret. Indeed, He does not like the transgressors.” (7:55) In the hadiths below, dua (prayer) is described as follows: “Dua is ibadah, that is, a form of worship.” (Ihya al-Uloom, Urdu, Vol. 1, p. 557, Dar-ul-Isha’at, Karachi) “Dua is the essence of ibadah.” (ibid) “Ask Allah for His favor. For Allah loves to be asked of it. The best ibadah is to wait for prosperity.” (ibid) The fulfillment of dua has its prerequisites, so that one cannot be content with making dua alone in a difficult situation or in distress. The importance of performing the prayer, fasting in Ramadan, paying alms, etc. cannot be exaggerated in this context. Reciting the Quran regularly is also one of the best ways to fill one’s heart with joy, contentment, peace of mind and peace. It is in reality a great blessing, and the best wazifa. Not least, one must be careful to refrain from evil and acquire good. In this way, one will be able to strengthen one’s prayers, so that they are accepted and answered. Below is a short treatise of a prayer called salat al-hajah, i.e. the prayer of need. A big thank you goes to sister Javaria T. who has translated it for wim.no. It is highly recommended to explore it, and insha’Allah it will be of great help, as it has been narrated from the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) himself. Abdullah ibn Abi Awfa (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him) said, “Whoever has a need from Allah or from a person, let him perform ablution properly and then pray two rak’ahs. Then let them glorify Allah and send blessings upon the Prophet (may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him). Then let them say: Translation: There is no god but Allah, the Most Forbearing, the Most Generous. Glory be to Allah, the Lord of the Overwhelming Throne. All praise is for Allah, the Lord of the worlds. I ask You (Allah) for everything that leads to Your mercy, and Your overwhelming forgiveness, enrichment in all good, and freedom from all sin. Leave not any of my sins without being forgiven, and no worry except for that for which You have a solution, and no desire, which is to attain Your pleasure, without You having fulfilled it, You the Most Merciful!” [Narrated by Tirmidhi and Ibn Majah. The hadith has a minor weakness. Such hadiths are directly followed in relation to good deeds (fada’il al-a’mal) by general agreement among traditional Sunni scholars] The supplication of need is very simple: The essence of it is to present one’s need to Allah, the Most High, by performing the ritual ablution (wudu), praying two rak’ahs (or four), and then supplicating to Allah wholeheartedly. It is preferable to use the above or another similar dua transmitted from the beloved Prophet (may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him). [Ibrahim al-Halabi, Sharh Munyat al-Musalli; al-Fatawa al-Hindiyya; Ibn Abidin, Radd al-Muhtar] The internal practice of dua involves showing our need and absolute submission to Allah, entrusting one’s matter to Allah, and knowing that the only One who can provide and benefit us is Allah the Exalted. With this, one should be sure that Allah answers our prayers, but in the way He sees best for us. When circumstances do not allow us to pray two rak’ahs, one should still make dua to Allah, presenting one’s needs to Him, for He answers our dua and loves to be prayed to. May Allah Ta’ala reward you with what is best for you both in this life and in the hereafter, ameen. And Allah knows best. Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: January 29, 2008
I need to know the detailed procedure for performing Salat-ul-Istikhara. I am a Hanafi, if that matters.
Wa alaikum assalam, The Istikhara prayer is very simple: One prays two rak’ahs whenever one wishes, but not during the time when it is not permissible to perform the prayer. Then the dua for istikhara is recited. It is best to recite it before sleeping, but it is not necessary. One should put aside one’s own opinions and perceptions about the matter and rather wait for a sign from Allah or wait for an indication of what should be done. If it is unclear, it is recommended to repeat the istikhara prayer and dua seven times. Shaykh Nuh Keller mentioned that the more times one performs the istikhara prayer, the clearer the answer will be. He prays for everything that may be important, and also for things that one did not think were necessary to do istikhara. If one comes up with situations where one does not have the opportunity to pray, one should deal with dua alone. This is something that menstruating women should also do. The great Hanafi scholar and hadith expert from Aleppo, Shaykh Abdullah Siraj al-Din, mentioned in his book regarding the virtue of prayer and which is performed by Sufis, including Shaykh al-Akbar Muhiyyuddin ibn al-Arabi (may Allah sanctify his secret), to perform the isthikhara prayer at the beginning of the day, after sunrise, so that Allah can guide them correctly throughout the day and keep them away from committing sins. We ask Allah to grant us useful knowledge and success so that our way of being is loved by Him and to follow the footsteps of His beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Translated by Javaria T. source: sunnipath.com
Answered by: Javaria T
Published on: June 12, 2008
Salam I was wondering if you can combine the prayers if you don't have time to pray all of them at the right time? For example, I have trouble praying isha because sometimes I'm tired and need sleep since I have to go to work early the next day. Then I was wondering if I can pray isha at the same time as maghrib? Another question is whether isha can be done at 3 am? I heard that this can't be done after 12 noon, but as long as it's before fajir, then it should be fine. Thanks
Assalamu alaikum, Thank you for your inquiry. There is a difference of opinion among the scholars on the issue of combining prayers. According to Imam Abu Hanfia (may Allah be pleased with him), it is not permissible to pray two different prayers one after the other, unless the time for the subsequent prayer comes immediately after the first prayer is performed. His opinion is based on the following verse of the Quran: Indeed, prayer is enjoined upon the believers as an ordinance at specified times. (4:103) According to this verse, it is a prerequisite that one prays within the specified time for the prayer to be valid. The exception to this rule is during the Hajj, that is, the pilgrimage. Zuhr and Asr can be prayed together at the Zuhr time on the Day of Arafat, while Maghrib and Isha can be prayed together at the Isha time in Muzdalifah. [Kitab al-Fiqh (Urdu translation of al-Fiqh ala al-Mazahib al-Arbah), volume 1, pages 785-6, Mehkama Auqaf Punjab, Lahore] Isha time in principle extends until the time for fajr begins. It can be delayed until midnight (by midnight it is usually meant the middle of the time between sunset and sunrise, and NOT necessarily 12 o’clock), but it is not recommended to postpone it until after midnight. Especially in the summer when there are short nights, it is recommended to pray Isha as early as possible. (Imdad al-Fiqh, p. 58, Dar al-Salam Cairo) And Allah knows best. Wassalam Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: August 20, 2008
Salam, Can one read namaz with eyes closed? I feel that I concentrate better with eyes closed. jazakallah khair. U. Khalid
In principle, it is makrooh (disliked) to close your eyes during prayer. However, it is permissible according to need. For example, if there is something in front of you that may be distracting to look at (Kitab al-Fiqh, 1/437), or if it is difficult to concentrate with your eyes open [Bahar-e-Shariat according to Durr al-Mukhtar and Radd al-Muhtar, 1/245, Maktaba Alahazrat. And Allah Ta’ala knows best. Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: August 20, 2007
Would you like to know if going to the cinema is allowed?
Going to the cinema cannot be without things that are disliked or simply forbidden in Islam, including: – looking at naked or semi-naked pictures of women and/or men – erotic and/or sexual scenes – music, which according to most scholars is haram to listen to These are things that are a common denominator for all cinemas. Therefore, it is impossible to find a cinema that does not show films that contain this type of morally destructive stuff.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: September 18, 2007
I'm wondering if the chicken is halal or haram? There are many different opinions on this, and I would like to know which is correct with a justification.
Chickens that are slaughtered in Norway (and pretty much all of Europe) are a mix of halal and haram. The way they are stunned means that many chickens die before they reach the knife where their throats are cut. For the animal to be legal to consume, it must be alive during slaughter. When this is not the case with several chickens, and they are mixed with those that may have been slaughtered properly, it is difficult to distinguish the halal from the haram. For this reason, one is obliged to exercise caution and refrain from eating chicken.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: September 25, 2007
Wondering if it is permissible to engage in currency exchange to profit from its ups and downs?
In general, it is permissible to engage in currency exchange. One country’s currency can be exchanged for another country’s currency at different rates. For example, it is perfectly fine to buy or sell 1 dollar for 5.50 or 6 kroner, regardless of whether it is something you need to do or whether you are doing it to make a profit.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: May 7, 2008
I wonder if it is permissible to use a condom or other aids when having intercourse. Islam.no states that it is permissible to use a condom, which makes me very unsure and if it is not permissible then what is permissible to use.
Using condoms or other contraceptives is not prohibited in itself. However, it is important to know in which contexts contraception is permitted or prohibited.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: May 18, 2008
I have a question, my brother has got a dog that he would rather have at home!! We are strongly against it but he won't give up. He thinks that if he doesn't want to have the dog at home, he will move out too. What does Islam say about that?
It is regrettable that this situation has arisen among you. According to the Hanafi school (of Islamic law) and the majority of scholars, it is permissible to acquire a dog only for specific purposes such as hunting, guarding, herding, and the like. This is evident from several authentic hadiths such as the following:
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: June 5, 2008
Is everything in the sea halal? For example, whale, crab, scampi, shrimp, blue mussels. Some say you can eat everything in the sea because it is halal and some say only fish is halal in the sea. I'm a little confused now.
It is true that you have heard that there are different opinions among the scholars about what is permissible to consume from the sea. This is a question that concerns Islamic jurisprudence and the four established schools of law in Islam. According to Imam Shafi’i, all food from the sea is permissible. However, according to Imam Abu Hanifa (whom we are followers of), everything other than fish is unlawful to consume. (al-Fatawa al-Hindiyyah)
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz & M. Azhar
Published on: May 22, 2007
Assalaam alaikum, Shaykh, my question is regarding sisters. If one’s sister is unmarried and due to her picky nature, it seems unlikely that she will get married in the near future, does the responsibility regarding her welfare lie on her father’s shoulders? Considering that she is actually in her mid-30s and her father is in his mid-60s. She works and socializes as she wishes, but she is punctual in her salah (prayer) etc. And I know for sure that she only socializes with her Muslim sisters. The fact that she has refused all the marriage proposals makes my father sinful and the sin in return will fall on me, her younger brother (but the elder of two brothers).Also, I intend to study abroad, the responsibility for my sister will fall on my head if my father passes away, considering the independent nature of women (my sister most definitely included) in the West. For example, I am almost certain that she would not travel abroad with me, and I would probably not be able to afford it (as I am married myself). Shaykh, sorry for the awkward way I have written my question, it is more of a request for advice than a formal question. In any case, thank you for taking the time to consider and hopefully offer a solution to my situation.
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Dear brother, Refusing marriage: Your sister’s refusal to marry is not a sin. Nor is your father to be held responsible if his daughter refuses to marry. Nor is there any sin on you if your sister refuses to marry. That is her prerogative.
Answered by: Khudija Mahmood
Published on: May 30, 2007
A woman had her monthly bleeding, which lasted only one day. After this, she has white discharge that lasts only one day. Often she has bleeding that lasts one or two days. Based on this, she does ghusl. However, since she still assumed that her bleeding might start again, she waited until the end of the prayer time before performing ghusl. By chance, she missed this prayer. Two days later, the bleeding started again, which lasted six days. Considering that her period of purity between these bleedings did not last fifteen days at a time, she counted it as a period of bleeding of ten consecutive days, should she make up her prayers? Secondly, considering that she has had a period of bleeding for ten days, during which she has made up the prayers (qada) for two days, can these prayers be included? She made up (i.e. made up) her prayers during these days, as she did not know that her period was not completely over.
To answer this question and other questions related to menstruation, one must know the basic principles of menstruation. Namely: 1. The minimum menstrual period is three days. This means that if the bleeding stops for less than three days, it will not be considered menstruation.
Answered by: Javaria T
Published on: June 2, 2007
I would like to know what kind of obligations a husband has towards his wife in terms of providing her with separate accommodation. This husband allows his wife to live with his family, which results in her having to share all the household facilities with the rest of his family (kitchen, bathroom). This causes many problems for his wife and she also has no privacy. The husband has the opportunity to provide her with her own accommodation and facilities, but he does not. The wife is having a hard time. Can you please explain from outside the Hanafi school of law how this problem can be resolved? I have heard that Hanafi scholars have guidelines in this area, where it is reported that one's wife has the right to her own accommodation. Is this true?
Sharia has given certain rights to a husband and similarly wives have certain rights. Spouses often fail each other in giving each other their rights. This often leads to conflicts and sometimes marriages break up.
Answered by: Javaria T
Published on: June 21, 2007
I recently received the following from someone who is trying to follow the religion sincerely but does not know how to respond to this. I would greatly appreciate your help. May Allah reward you all immensely for all that you do for the ummah: I came across this hadith and was very saddened: Narrated Ibn ‘Abbas: The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “I was shown the Fire of Hell and the majority of its inhabitants were ungrateful women.” It was asked, “Do they not believe in Allah?” (or are they ungrateful to Allah?) He replied, “They are ungrateful to their husbands and ungrateful to the kindness and good (charitable good deeds) done to them. If you always do good (deeds) to one of them, and if she sees something in you (that she does not like), she will say, “I never received any good from you.” Sahih Bukhari, Volume 1, Book 2, Number 28 Throughout their lives, women tolerate injustices from their husbands. 99% of women are treated like slaves. Islam does not allow women to complain, or react against the injustices committed by their husbands, or misbehave with them, as they do. If women do any of this, Hellfire will be their destiny!! Please comment.
Dear Questioner, I pray that you are in good health and iman. The Hadith literature is a rich and fascinating glimpse into the life of the Prophet (peace be upon him). One of the most incredible aspects of this literature is the fact that many women took part in the preservation and transmission of the Prophet’s legacy.
Answered by: Javaria T
Published on: September 28, 2007
Assalamu alaikum, I wanted to get clarification on the explanation given by Shaykh Nuh regarding the proof for wearing the hijab. This is a topic that has been debated a lot since the hijab ban in France and I am now unsure where the claim comes from. Assalamu alaikum, I wanted to get clarification on the explanation given by Shaykh Nuh regarding the proof for wearing the hijab. This is a topic that has been debated a lot since the hijab ban in France and I am now unsure where the claim comes from. Shaykh Nuh writes: “There is no other lexical meaning in which the word khimar can be constructed. The wording that is commanded, however, and that they should draw their head coverings over their chests, sometimes confuses those who are not specialists in the science of the Qur’an, and indeed, interpreting the Qur’an sometimes requires a deep knowledge of the historical circumstances surrounding the various verses that were revealed. In this case, the elliptical form of the divine command is because the women who lived at the time of the revelation wore head coverings tied behind their necks, as some village women still do in Muslim countries, leaving the front of the neck uncovered, as well as the opening (Ar. singular jayb, plural juyub, translated as “breast” in the verse above) at the top of the garment. The Islamic revelation confirmed the practice of covering the head, understood from the use of the word khimar in the verse, but also explained that the tradition of that time was not sufficient and therefore the women tied the head covering in front and let it cover down to hide the neck and the opening of the garment at the top.” I am a little confused as to how the wording used in these individual verses is considered an order. My previous understanding regarding the evidence for hijab was that the specifics of the order came from the hadith in Abu Dawood regarding the Prophet (peace be upon him) emphasizing to Asma that only the face and hands should be shown. Could you please clarify what makes the wording/grammar in the verses referenced above that makes them evidence for the wearing of hijab obligatory? I am not sure how the word “khimar” alone is used as evidence that hijab is required.
In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Merciful. Praise be to Allah. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon our beloved Prophet. Dear sister, The commandment of hijab is obvious when we examine the grammatical structure of this verse: إِلاَّ مَا ظَهَرَ مِنْهَا وَلْيَضْرِبْنَ بِخُمُرِهِنَّ عَلَى جُيُوبِهِنَّ
Answered by: Khudija Mahmood
Published on: May 6, 2008
Salaam aleekum I'm wondering what rules apply after a miscarriage. Are they the same rules that a woman follows after a normal birth? For example, the 40 days and such? Does it matter how far along a woman was before the miscarriage?
Thank you for your inquiry. The same rules apply to miscarriage as to normal birth. It does not matter how far along the woman is before the miscarriage occurs.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: October 17, 2007
Can you have sex with your wife after her period has ended, but before she has taken a shower? What if her period ends a few days earlier than normal. What then? Thank you.
All praise belongs to Allah, the Almighty. Peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad, the last of the prophets, and may God be pleased with all the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and his progeny. Thank you for submitting your question. Regarding intercourse after menstruation, it is important to consider the following: If menstruation ends after ten days, which is the maximum menstrual period, then there is no problem in having intercourse with one’s wife before she has performed ghusl (shower/bath).
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: October 6, 2008
salam o'alaikom Sometimes when I finish praying when I check below I find some mist like deposit on the tip of my private part, do I have to do wudu again and do the salat again or should I just do wudu for the new salat. Jazakom Allahwakhair
Thank you for your inquiry. Since this happens irregularly as you describe in your inquiry, there are two scenarios: 1. That it happens before or during salah 2. Or after salah
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: October 29, 2008
salam o3alaikom I have a question about ghusl, I know that you should start with wudu first, then ghusl comes. but when I do ghusl and I have gas in my stomach and I let it out, do I have to do wudu and ghusl again or should I finish ghusl and just do wudu again. Then I have another question. every time I wake up I find something in my underwear but I'm not sure if it's Mani, Madhi or Wadi so it always ends up with me doing ghusl, and sometimes I find it quite tiring. I apologize for the way I've written it, but I hope dear brothers that you can answer me on this. wasalam o3alaikom
Thank you for submitting your question. Wudu before ghusl is not necessary, but rather a sunnah. One does not need to repeat wudu after ghusl, regardless of whether one has performed wudu before ghusl or not, unless one has done something that invalidates wudu. In other words, ghusl is valid even if one has not performed wudu before it, or if one releases air from one’s stomach during ghusl.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: November 10, 2008
Hi, I have a question regarding sexual intercourse within Islam. I am wondering if as a girl I have to make myself clean (pak/tahir) in the same way after sexual intercourse as after menstruation? or is there a difference, or is there something else I also have to do in addition? Another thing I was wondering was, do I need to become clean (pak/tahir) after intimate activity in the genitals, but without sexual intercourse taking place? [The italics are an adapted rewording of the original text]
Thank you for your inquiry. Ghusl is obligatory if one or more of the following conditions are present: Ejaculation that occurs only due to shahwah (sexual desire), and not for any other reason. This applies both in the form of a “wet dream” or in a waking state. There is no distinction between men and women here.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: December 11, 2008
What is the quickest way to perform ghusl while fulfilling all the requirements related to purification? I am talking about ghusl which is required for intercourse, menstruation, etc. Thank you
Ghusl (ritual shower) becomes obligatory on three occasions: After sexual intercourse, whether it leads to ejaculation/orgasm or not. After ejaculation/orgasm that occurs due to sexual desire. At the end of menstruation and postpartum period.
Answered by: Mohammad Juned
Published on: December 16, 2008
Why do we have to trim our pubic and armpit hair? Do we have to continue to do so?
Al-Salam `alaykum, The hair in the lower abdomen and below the elbows should be removed. It is disliked to let it grow until it becomes long. It is recommended to do this on a weekly basis, ideally on Fridays (before the Friday prayer). Extending this to at least once every 15 days is not disliked, but beyond this is blameworthy, and later than 40 days is sinful. (Tahtawi, Hashiyat al-Tahtawi ‘ala al-Maraqi al-Falah)
Answered by: M. Azhar
Published on: August 2, 2011
Salam. I work in Sogn&Fjordane. Should I follow Oslo? The days here are extremely long in August. Is there any disp. that I can follow Saudi A?
Thank you for your inquiry. We recommend that you follow local times for both prayers and fasting to the extent possible. If the area you are in (Sogn og Fjordane) is not significantly different from Oslo in terms of sunrise and sunset, you must fast according to local dawn and sunset.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: August 23, 2012
Hi. I was fasting but broke it when my wife and I started having fun. I have heard of kaffara but what is it?
Thank you for your inquiry. The answer depends on what you mean by ‘cozy’. If you have broken your fast through sexual intercourse, you must both make it up (make qada) after Ramadan and make amends for it, i.e. kaffarah. Kaffarah is fasting for two consecutive months. If you fail to fast for one day during these two months, you must start over again.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: September 1, 2011
Salam o alaikum warehmatollah. In Maraqi `l Sa`adat by Abu`l Ikhlas al Shurunbulali it says the following about breastfeeding and fasting: "A pregnant women or nursing woman, with the condition for each that she have a legitimate fear (note 1) for the baby or for herself is exempted from fasting in Ramadan" Note 1: For the sick person, pregnant woman, and nursing woman, the condition for permissibility of breaking the fast is not simply a delusion of potential harm, but rather a legitimate fear, recognized by the Sacred Law. This entails either (1) past experience, even if of someone else with the same illness (2) an obvious sign of potential harm, or (3) an opinion of a qualified Muslim physician who does not sin in public. The same would apply for a healthy person who has a legitimate fear, based on one of the above indications of becoming ill (Tahtawi2: 355, Durr 2: 116). Ibn Abideen adds that if one were to break the fast without one of the above indications, then he would have to perform expiation while most people are unfortunately completely unaware of this ruling (Radd: 2:116) In Imam Nawawi's book al – Maqasid it is simply stated: Breast-feeding women who apprehend harm to herself can omit fasting. We do not have the opportunity to ask a qualified Muslim doctor who is knowledgeable in Sharia. We have asked previously, and it does not seem that the person concerned cares at all about Sharia rules and would prefer that one not fast at all.
Thank you for your inquiry. Mashallah, you have gone into this matter thoroughly and included some of the most important references in this issue. I believe the answer lies in your question.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: September 18, 2007
Salaam ale kum. We are some girls who have been discussing a bit about what is permissible and not permissible while fasting. But there was one thing that we could not find an answer to. Is it permissible to kiss when fasting?
Thank you for contacting us! Kissing who? I assume you mean your spouse. Yes, it is permissible to kiss your spouse while fasting provided that you have control over yourself and your emotions, so that it does not lead to sexual intercourse or something that invalidates the fast.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: September 20, 2007
What is the main reason why we fast? Siddique
All praise belongs to Allah, the Almighty. Peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad, the last of the prophets, and may God be pleased with all the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and his progeny. Thank you for your question. That was a big question in a short sentence. Below, insha’Allah, we will try to understand why we fast. And Allah alone grants success. Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam. This speaks volumes about its importance and central place in Islam. The commandment to fast is stated in the Quran in the following words:
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: September 29, 2007
Aslama_o_ ALikum I am wondering if it is permissible to wear lenses while fasting. It is like contact lenses, you have to wear them in your eyes to see better. I was really wondering about this so please answer me quickly. Thanks in advance
All praise belongs to Allah, the Almighty. Peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad, the last of the prophets, and may God be pleased with all the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and his progeny. Thank you for submitting your question.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: February 25, 2010
Tawaf-e-Wida and Wudu
Wudu is necessary (wajib) to perform tawaf. Tawaf-e-wida is also wajib in hajj. If you have performed tawaf-e-wida without wudu (as your email suggests), it means that you have missed a wajib in hajj. When this happens, it must be replaced with a dam (sacrifice a goat, a sheep, etc.).
Answered by: najeeb Naz
Published on: May 24, 2007
I am impatient and waiting to perform Umrah.
I am a 19 year old girl, and compared to many others still very young. For two years now I have been waiting to go to Saudi Arabia and wanted to perform Umrah. But I have not been able to do so. I was born Muslim and follow Islam from the heart. However, I am currently a practicing Muslim and have been performing the prayer (namaz/salah) every day for two years now. I started wearing the hijab a year ago.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: August 9, 2010
Salam. I am wondering if it is permissible in Islam to have intercourse with one's wife while on hajj? and possibly when it is permissible?
Thank you for your inquiry. It is not permissible to have sexual intercourse during Hajj from the time one assumes ihram until one has performed tawaf ziyarat (also called tawaf ifadah). One assumes ihram for Hajj usually on the 8th.
Answered by: najeeb Naz
Published on: August 23, 2012
Hi, I'm wondering who can pay for an umrah/hajj trip? Can I, as a daughter, give an umrah trip as a gift to my parents even if they can afford to pay for it themselves and they have an adult son who could also do it. Thank you very much for the work you do.?
You are doing yourself a great favor by paying for your parents’ Umrah. This will, insha’Allah, ensure you a lot of reward and blessings. This is regardless of whether they themselves can afford to do this – or whether there are other people who can also pay for them.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: August 29, 2012
1. What about a pilgrim who is unable to stay overnight in Mina due to no tents. Is there any restriction that everyone must stay there until Salat-e-Fajar before heading to Arafat and if a person does not do this then Hajj will not be complete? 2. What about transportation from Mina to Arafat. If the bus time to Arafat is after Maghrib Salaat, or late in the evening and on the night of 8 Dhul Hajj (before Salaat Fajar)?
1) Staying overnight in Mina is Sunnah. If for some reason one is unable to stay overnight there, it will not have any consequence on the validity of the Hajj. However, it is an act that is against the Sunnah. 2) It is obligatory to stay on the plain of Arafat (wuquf Arafat) for a while between the time when the sun begins to leave the zenith (its highest point in the sky) on the 9th of Dhul-Hajj and before the time of Fajr on the 10th of Dhul-Hajj occurs.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: October 30, 2012
What is Takbir al-Tashreeq and when is it recited?
Takbir al-Tashriq is a practice that has been handed down from the previous generations of Muslims with reference to Sayyiduna ‘Ali and Ibn Mas’ud (may Allah be pleased with them) in the collection of Ibn Abi Shayba [Ibn al-Humam, Fath al-Qadir]. This is therefore a practice that has its roots from the companions of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and is therefore considered authentic and meritorious.
Answered by: najeeb Naz
Published on: June 24, 2007
Is the Prophet, peace be upon him, a healer of diseases? I came across a way of sending blessings (salaam) to the Prophet, peace be upon him, which describes him as a “healer of diseases and medicine for hearts.” Is it permissible to portray the Prophet, peace be upon him, as a “healer of diseases”? And is this way of sending blessings different from that in Salat al-Tibbiyya?
Know that the school of Ahl al-Sunnah takes the position that it is obligatory to attribute all actions to Allah the Exalted. The Quran is clear about this when it says: “Allah is the Creator of all things” (39:62). “And Allah created you and what you do” (37:96). “Say everything is from Allah” (4:78).
Answered by: Khurram Khan
Published on: September 28, 2007
I need guidance and advice regarding protection against human black magic and evil jinn. I have been having problems for a while now. Where can I get guidance and advice?
Black magic (sihr) is something that definitely exists and causes harm to people. The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) was also affected by black magic. A Jew named Labid ibn Asim who outwardly pretended to be a believer (munafiq, hypocrite) performed black magic on the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him).
Answered by: Khudija Mahmood
Published on: June 20, 2008
What are jinn, and what do they mean in daily life?
Allah mentions the jinn in the following way in the Quran: “We created the jinn before from blazing fire.” (15:27) The jinn are also part of Allah’s creation, and will, just like humans, have to answer for their actions on the Day of Judgment.
Answered by: M Azhar
Published on: October 6, 2008
Salamoalaikom I was wondering that when we read la ilaha illallaho Muhammad darsololla and when we read Muhammad darasolollah then why do we kiss our eyes. Salamoalaikom
Thank you for your inquiry. Kissing the thumbs and rubbing them over the eyes after hearing “ash’hadu anna Muhammadar-rasul Allah” in the adhan is an action characterized as mustahabb by many scholars.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rahman Naz
Published on: November 28, 2008
What does Islam have to do with "Healing"?
Thank you for your inquiry. The term healing encompasses many different methods, but I assume you mean different forms of alternative medicine or that which falls outside of regular medical practice.
Answered by: Noman Ahmed
Published on: December 9, 2008
According to some, the Prophet (peace be upon him) is present everywhere, as well as omnipresent like Allah, while other schools say that this is not the case. Can you clarify for me the TRUE ISLAMIC position on this matter based on traditional Islam? I have recently read some articles that explain that, yes, the Prophet (peace be upon him) is hazir and nazir because he receives darood from the angels and possesses the power to receive salaam from everyone in the entire world, which makes him hazir and nazir, meaning everywhere and at all times...
This debate is foreign to me. Authentic hadiths confirm that Allah makes the Prophet (peace be upon him) acquainted with the deeds of his people. Thus, it is “as if” he is present, through his knowledge of the actions of his people.
Answered by: M. Azhar
Published on: February 6, 2012
Salam, I've heard that sadaka prevents mosiba, is that true? I'm wondering about this today 🙂
Thank you for your inquiry. Both the Quran and the Hadith emphasize the importance of sadaqah (charity/voluntary alms) countless times. Giving sadaqah and supporting the poor in society is strongly encouraged.
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: August 4, 2012
I own an apartment that I rent out. Am I understanding correctly that I only need to pay zakat on the income from it and not on the property itself?
Thank you for your inquiry. You have understood this correctly. The income from the residence is subject to zakat, calculated together with other zakat-obligatory funds.
Answered by: M Azhar
Published on: November 7, 2012
Salam, 1) What does one do in a case where one has invested all one's money in a business project, and does not have enough cash on hand to pay zakat? It is also not possible to take out parts of the investment to pay zakat, as they are locked up until a certain time. 2) Can/should zakat be paid to a close relative who has a large private debt, and is not zahib-e nisab? Does it change the ruling if the person is living beyond his means? 3) Can a woman pay zakah to her husband if he is not sahib-e nisab, due to private debt? Hope for an answer. Wasalam
Thank you for your inquiry. 1) In such a case where one has invested his money in a business project, one is not required to give zakah until one gets possession (qabdah) of the business object/merchandise. It is stated in all books of fiqh that there is no zakah on the merchandise that one has paid for but has not yet received at one’s disposal (See for example Arkan-e-Islam by Maulana Farangi Mahalli: page 463, Bahar-e-Shariat: 1/385).
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: July 2, 2015
Assalamu Alaikum. I am wondering if I need to pay zakah for the money I have in my account. It has been a year since I started working and I am wondering how much the sum must be to pay zakah. I heard that if it is over 10,000 then I have to pay zakah but I had to double check with you. Thank you very much
Thank you for your inquiry. “Giving the obligatory alms (zakah or zakat) is obligatory on every Muslim who possesses the nisab (or zakah-obligatory funds) for a whole year. The nisab for zakah is, among other things, approximately 87.48 grams of gold, 612.36 grams of silver, or cash equivalent to the value of 612.36 silver if one has neither gold nor silver.”
Answered by: Najeeb ur Rehman Naz
Published on: February 9, 2016
Is talaq valid if the woman is in her menstrual period?
Thank you for your inquiry. It is sinful to give talaq (divorce) while the woman is menstruating. However, the talaq will be valid. The waiting period of the woman will be extended. She must wait for another menstrual cycle before the idda begins.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: January 26, 2016
In case of second talaq, one can only do ruju. Or is a new nikah required? Is a new nikah required at all, after the 1st or 2nd?
Thank you for your inquiry. If the husband pronounces one or two verbal talaqs (divorces) (sarih) then it will be considered as talaq-raj’i. With such a divorce, the spouses can do ruju (return) without a new nikah (marriage contract). But ruju must take place before the expiry of the iddat period. After that, a new Nikah is required.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: November 9, 2016
Salam aleikum. I don't know where to send the question so I'm sending it here. I wonder if I can get a complement on the different divorces in Islam. I'm thinking especially about women's rights. I read a hadith where a woman came to the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and said that even though there was nothing wrong with her husband, she wanted a divorce. The Prophet then asked if she was willing to give some gift in return. Then they divorced, but I don't remember in what way, whether the Prophet made her husband do it or whether he gave her a divorce. Which hadith is this? Is it true that the Prophet never prevented a woman who wanted a divorce from getting a divorce? Because if so, how can it be right for people nowadays to prevent women from doing so?
Thank you for your inquiry to us. When a woman does not want to live with her husband, for any valid reason, she can apply for divorce. This is called khul”a. Everything from dissatisfaction with the husband’s appearance to the husband subjecting his wife to abuse are valid reasons for a khul”a. Khul”a can be applied for through the court. It involves the woman agreeing to repay what she has received from her husband as dowry (mahr) in return for the dissolution of the marriage. The parties also have the opportunity to agree on an amount that is less or more than the value of the dowry.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: November 9, 2016
I have a problem and want to clarify my situation with a Muslim's wife. It started with me and my husband having a bad day and we started arguing after some heated discussions. The argument quickly led to both of us losing our temper. I said things that I shouldn't have said and my husband said the following words: "I am giving you talaq". After hearing that sentence, my world fell apart. When things calmed down a bit, he started saying that he was just trying to scare me and he never said the word "talaq". He said something else, and that I had heard wrong. I am now very confused whether talaq has been done or not. Are we married or divorced now? He has put his hand on the Quran and says that he did not say that he is giving me talaq. Please guide a confused sister!
If your husband said: “I give you talaq”, it became a talaq raj”i. This despite the fact that he now says that he said it just to scare you. I assume that he said it only once or twice, and not three times. Because if he said it three times then it is talaq mughallazah, i.e. divorce immediately without any possibility of ruju” (to repent). While talaq raj”i means that one has the possibility of ruju” and can be together as a married couple again without further ado.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: November 9, 2016
Due to various circumstances, I wish to divorce my Pakistani husband who has not lived with us and who has not supported the children. (The post has been significantly shortened and anonymized)
In Pakistan you have the option of applying for something called “khul”a”, i.e. divorce by the woman. This is done through the judiciary and can probably be arranged by consulting with some lawyer down there. The prerequisite for a woman to apply for khul”a is that she has a valid reason to have the marriage dissolved. The situation you have described in your email probably forms such a basis for khul”a.
Answered by: Najeeb-ur-Rehman Naz
Published on: November 9, 2016
I have a question regarding divorce. In a situation where a husband and wife are at different jobs and they argue over the phone. Both hang up the phone. The husband does not say a word of divorce to his wife, because he does not really want to divorce her.
All praise belongs to Allah, the Almighty. Peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad, the last of the prophets, and may God be pleased with all the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and his progeny. Thank you for submitting your question. In none of the cases described in the question is the marriage dissolved. It is worth noting that a divorce does not become effective by saying “talaq” to oneself – whether verbally or in writing.
Answered by: Najeeb Naz
