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Do we have to make up missed prayers?

Shaykh Amjad Rasheed

Is the position that says one does not have to make up missed prayers correct? Is it permissible to follow this position if one has many make-ups to do?

The Question of Raf-ul-Yadain

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The question of raf-ul-yadain Answer The Question of Raf-ul-Yadain Introduction In this article, we shall give forty-two (42) Sahih evidences for the issue of not raising the hands in the Hanafi Madhhab.

Should I change my name to a Muslim name?

Ustadha Zaynab Ansari, SunniPath Academy Teacher

I recently got engaged, but as we get closer to the date of the nikah, the parents of my fiance are putting pressure on me to take a "Muslim name" because they are worried about what people in the community would think o…

Accepting Interest so that Banks don’t “Use it Against Us”

SunniPath Answer Service Team

I have asked many people and they said that it is haram to take interest from your bank. But most of the banks are Jewish owned, and if we don’t accept the interest, they get to keep the money and use it against us.

What is the Guidance and Adab of the Qur'an and Sunna with Regards to Comedy?

Shaykh Suhaib Webb

"In recent years there's been a greater interest in Islamic entertainment. One of the most popular types of entertainment amongst Muslim is comedy. My question is: what does Islam say regarding comedy? Did the Prophet (p…

Islamic Financing in the US

Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf Mangera

1. Are there any legitimate Islamic Home Mortgages that you are aware of here in the US? 2.

Should we celebrate Mawlid (The Prophet's (S) birthday)?

Dr. `Isa al-Mani` al-Humayri

Should we celebrate Mawlid (The Prophet's (s) birthday)? Answer Bismillah ir-Rahman ir-Rahim Should we celebrate Mawlid (The Prophet's (s) birthday)? Yes we should celebrate it every year And every month and every week A…

Denying my son inheritance because he cheated me..

Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf Mangera

I gave some cash to one of my sons for starting a business-a small textile mills-about 15 years ago with clear verbal arrangement that he would give equal shares to his other two brothers.

What are the priorities in dawah to non-Muslim family members?

Shaykh Suhaib Webb

As-salaamu alaikum. When conducting dawa to non-muslim family members which should take priority: persuading them to cease existent sinful behavior they do not recognize as such (fornication, drug-use, homosexuality, etc…

How can I change?

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

I am a UK born Muslim, and I am trying to practice Islam. I have been ''semi'' practicing for many years now.

What Does 'Leave That Which Does Not Concern You' Mean?

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

What does it mean, 'Leave that which does not concern you'? If I am interested in something, doesn't it 'concern me'? Answer Assalamu alaikum, The scholars explain that only things of true worldly or next benefit should …

Be close, but transact as strangers

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher

Be close, but transact as strangers Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon His Messenger Muhammad, his folk, companions, and followers Allah Most High says in…

Is repentance necessarily accepted?

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher

Is repentance necessarily accepted? Answer Allah Most High says, "And He is the one who accepts the repentance of His servants."

The Hadra: Is the group dhikr with singing of poetry and rhythmic swaying permitted?

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Is the group dhikr with singing of spiritual poetry and rhythmic swaying-the hadra-permitted? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful & Compassionate Yes, the hadra is in itself permitted, as writings of major Hanafi …

Are angels transcendent of time and space?

Ustadha Shazia Ahmad

Are angels transcendent of time and space? Answer Reliance of the Traveller, (u3.3): To believe in His angels means in beings with bodies of light who are capable of changing form to assume various appearances.

A person can borrow from their own IRA account to pay for education. But the government mandate

Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf Mangera

In America we have a type of retirement account called an IRA (Individual Retirement Account). An IRA is useful because it allows one to invest in stocks without incurring tax penalties. My question is this.

Inheritance in a non-Muslim country

Shaykh Sohail Hanif, SunniPath Academy Teacher

If ones father did not leave a will at the time of death, what effect does this have if in a non Muslim country? is it still binding to split the wealth a certain way between the family?

The Use of Weak Hadiths in Issues of Morals

Shaykh Gibril F Haddad

The Use of Weak Hadiths in Issues of Morals Answer Ibn al-Mubàrak said: "One may narrate from [a weak narrator] to a certain extent or those hadïths pertaining to good conduct (adab), admonition (maw'iza), and simple liv…

Homosexuality in Islam

Ustadha Shazia Ahmad

I was surfing the net and found a website for gay (homosexual) Muslims. They claimed that the Quran says nothing about homosexuality being a sin, nor does it say anything about having sex outside marriage.

Feeling very lonely and depressed, and far from Divine Mercy

Shaykh Suhaib Webb

'There are times when I feel very lonely and away from Allah. My heart bleeds for His nearness, but I feel that my sins have kept me away from His mercy. It is during these times that I feel alone and depressed.

The Veil In Islam

Shaykh Gibril F Haddad

The veil in Islam Answer THE VEIL IN ISLAM By Dr. Gibril F. Haddad as appeared in The Muslim Magazine Fall 1999 issue. "O children of Adam, we have provided you with garments to cover your bodies, as well as for luxury.

The ghusl; its integrals and sunnas

Ustadha Shazia Ahmad

What are the sunnas for ghusl? What is the bare minimum? Does one have wudu automatically after ghusl, or does one need to perform one? What if one only does the bare minimum?

Proof of men covering their heads

Shaykh Amjad Rasheed

What is the proof that it is a sunna for men to cover their heads?

Establishing a Chronic Excuse

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One of the conditions of being mazoor [having a chronic excuse] is that the problem must exist for an entire prayer time.

Where to place hands in prayer, and where to take one's religion from

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

I am referring you to an article written by a 'salafi' in response to Hasan as-Saqqaf's refutation of al-albani. The issue discussed is that of the placing of the hands in prayer.

Basic Bedroom Fiqh

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher

I wanted to know the fiqh of intimacy with ones spouse. Specifically what is haram, makrooh, mubah, halal... etc. Answer Bismillah, Just some quick points: It is disliked to: Face the qibla. (Ibn `Abidin) Be in the prese…

Basic Bedroom Fiqh: 'I just got married, and would like to know the essential fiqh of bedroom relations

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, SunniPath Academy Teacher

I just got married, and would like to know the essential fiqh of bedroom relations Answer Just some quick points: It is disliked to: Face the qibla. (Ibn `Abidin) Be in the presence of a mature child.

Query on distribution of Qurbani Meat

Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf Mangera

In relation to the sacrificed meat during the three day of Eid ul-Adha, could you please advice on: Answer Assalamu alaykum In he name of Allah, the Inspirer of truth 1.

The Bed & Obedience: Husband and Wife - Legal Rights

What are the legal rights of a husband and wife? I have read that it is not legal obligation of a wife, according to Islamic law to do household duties (cook meals serve the house) and if a woman elects not to undertake …

Can my brother beat up my abusive husband?

Shaykh Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari

In relation to the above question, is it permissible for lets say a wife's brother to use physical force against an oppressive and abusive husband? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, Marriage…