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Working as a security guard to guard a bank
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Please could you give me the ruling of fiqh for a person who is working for a security company which has many clients including banks and Insurance companies i.e.
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Is it permissible to keep birds in cages?
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
Is it permissible to keep birds in cages? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate Yes, it is permissible as long as it is fed and given to drink, according to the imams. - Amjad (Translated by Sr.
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Women Going to the Mosque
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
What is the ruling on a woman going to the masjid if it doesn’t have any dangers? I live in America and I don’t find any good company to surround myself with during the whole week, unless I go to the mosque.
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When is it permissible to have multiple intentions for one prayer?
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
When is it permissible to have multiple intentions for one prayer? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate It is permissible to join [s.
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Fajr Qunut, Forgetfulness Prostration, and Group Prayer
Shaykh Hamza Karamali, SunniPath Academy Teacher
It is my understanding that qunut at fajr is a highly emphasized sunnah in our school, the nonperformance of which calls for a forgetfulness prostration, whether done intentionally or unintentionally.
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Gems, crystals, their healing powers & the Islamic alternative
Shaykh Ilyas Patel
I wanted to know if we are allowed to keep or believe in gemstones or crystals and their healing powers since I have a Muslim friend who believes in such things.
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Can one hold Qur’an tapes without Wudu
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
Can one hold Qur’an tapes without Wudu Answer Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah, In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate Yes, it is permitted to touch Qur’an tapes and media without being in a state of ritual…
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Do I have to pay zakat if I am saving up to marry?
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
Do I have to pay zakat if I am saving up to marry?
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If a woman enters the mosque when Friday prayer is taking place does she have to perform the Fr
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
If a woman enters the mosque when Friday prayer is taking place does she have to perform the Friday prayer, or can she simply sit down without praying Answer Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah, In the Name of Allah, Most Me…
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Can a traveller combine prayers without shortening them?
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
Can a traveller combine prayers without shortening them? Answer Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah, In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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Is the world round like science says or is it flat meaning all the countries are leveled
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Is the world round like science says or is it flat meaning all the countries are leveled Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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Divorcing in Obedience to Parents?
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher
When I was younger my father always used to say to my mother that " if my parents tell me to divorce you I can" He used to say this because of the time when a Prophet ( I think maybe Prophet Ibrahim) visited his son and …
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Family Ties
SunniPath Answer Service Team
In the light and spirit of the law, how should one do his/her utmost best to keep family ties well and firm? Answer Wa Alaykum Assalam wa Rahmatullah wa Barakatuhu, In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful & Compassionate Fro…
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Bank loans when there is 'dire need'
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
If a person is in dire need of money and he is unable to get a non-interest bearing loan having exhausted all avenues, can he take an interest bearing loan from the bank?
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Is it permissible for the spouses to see the private part of the other? I have heard that the c
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher
Is it permissible for the spouses to see the private part of the other? I have heard that the child may be born blind if spouses see the private part Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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Using products that contain alcohol
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Is it permissible to use chapsticks and mascaras that contain alcohol?
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Fasting during travel
SunniPath Answer Service Team
During the month of Ramadan I have to participate in an international conference far from home (for 5 days). Do I have to fast these days?
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If one is fasting and perfumes oneself and accidentally inhales some of the perfume, will it br
Shaykh Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari
If one is fasting and perfumes oneself and accidentally inhales some of the perfume, will it break the fast? Will Qadha have to be made?
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Are heeled shoes allowed for women?
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Are heeled shoes allowed for women? Answer Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah, There is nothing specifically interdicted about wearing heeled shoes. However, the general sunna values of modesty, dignity, and distinction sho…
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Student Loans & Interest
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
When I started University , I took out a student loan in which I pay interest and I have a lot left to pay off as I finished only two years ago. I also took out two personal loans which I pay interest, one will finish 20…
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Qada & Qadar
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In reference to aqida, what is the difference between qadaa and qadar?
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Paying debt to institute
Shaykh Sohail Hanif, SunniPath Academy Teacher
I was taking driving classes and my instructor (an employee of the institute) allowed me to take a free class. I don’t think the institute allow any free classes. I’ve been rather worried about this whole affair.
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Irregular bleeding: how to determine the days of purity?
Naielah Ackbarali
If a woman’s period is normally 6-7 days and in her last period she experiences only light bleeding and it lasts 5 days, and then a week passes. She is clean for a week and then another bleeding starts and this time it i…
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Standing up for people
Shaykh Amjad Rasheed
What is the proof of those who say that it is permissible to stand out of respect for others, especially since the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) disliked this?
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What is the best way to do ablution? I would like to know all the details
Sidi Moustafa Elqabbany
What is the best way to do ablution?
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Who is qualified to teach others?
Shaykh Nuh Ha Mim Keller
Who is qualified to teach others? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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How do we know whether a particular scholar can be followed?
Shaykh Nuh Ha Mim Keller
How do we know whether a particular scholar can be followed? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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Listening to the recorded music
Shaykh Nuh Ha Mim Keller
Listening to the recorded music Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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Long lapses in marital relations
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher
What is the legal opinion if a husband has not slept with his wife for almost one year? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate.
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Are teacups with images permitted?
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Are teacups with images permitted? Answer Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah, This would not be considered unlawful to acquire or keep, as it is not a ‘respected’ use of an image (unlike hanging it, for example).