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Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to buy and sell Pokémon cards as collectibles or investments, given that the characters have cartoon faces and special powers, and some are portrayed as gods in the fictional story, though not on the cards themselves? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permitted to distribute zakat across multiple eligible categories? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the permissibility of distributing zakat across multiple eligible categories. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and has authored “The […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In order to be well-grounded in fiqh, must one study the principles of fiqh? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains whether mastering the principles of fiqh (usul al-fiqh) is necessary for being well-rooted in Islamic law. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question How much investigation is required when a restaurant claims its food is halal? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick outlines the level of inquiry required when a restaurant claims its food is halal. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question How is stopping an action in front of others considered showing off (riya)? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses how abandoning a good deed due to fear of people’s opinions can itself be a form of showing off (riya). Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does one receive more reward for paying zakat during Ramadan? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains whether giving zakat during Ramadan increases one’s reward. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and has authored “The Musnad […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is zakat due for personal items, like a car or a Computer? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani clarifies whether zakat is due on personal items such as a car or computer. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Can I join a work union to advance my career? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains the permissibility of joining a work or labor union to support career advancement. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars […]