Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question: Asslamu Alaykum I am due to be married very soon. I was wondering if it is permissible to exchange wedding rings. I have read online that it is impermissible due to it originating from non-believers and is considered a religious symbol of bonding and love between a couple. If […]
Answered by Shaykh Jamir Meah Question: Assalamu Alaykum Are acrylic nail extensions permissible in the Shafi’i Madhab. I know that when it covers the whole nail then it is not permissible. It is “A lightweight plastic plate that follows the shape of the nail is glued to the tip of the natural nail in order […]
Answered by Shaykh Jamir Meah Question: Assalamu Alaykum I hope all are well. Please tell me if any of the following constitute disbelief (kufr). 1) Praying in front of pictures of animate beings or praying when one has a strong urge to relieve oneself. 2) Not going to hajj and not paying zakat however not […]
Answered by Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan Question: Assalamu Alaykum I have a colleague who is from the Qadiani sect. He openly declares that he is Qadiani. Since I learnt about it, I have noticed some change in my attitude towards him such as avoiding him socially, not eating with him and not initiating greetings (Salam). Am […]
Answered by Ustadh Salman Younas Question: Asslamu Alaykum I have legal guardianship of a baby who is two years of age. Both his parents are addicts and have lost custody of their child. At present, neither parent has joined a rehabilitation programme to stay clean. I am looking after the child on my own – […]
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Questions: Asslamu Alaykum A few years ago, I had some thoughts that if I loved Allah I would leave all adornment for His sake. While reflecting upon this, I concluded that I did not love Allah enough to cover my hair. I verbalized these thoughts and did not immediately repent. […]
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question: Assalamu Alaykum I have observed my sisters and friends using some organic substance to thicken the eyebrows and eyelashes and help them grow. Is this permissible? Answer: Wa ‘alaykum as-salam Thank you for your question. It is permissible to use Kohl (Antimony) as it benefits the eyesight and promotes […]
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question: Asslamu Alaykum Is the repentance of a person who used to draw accepted if he stops doing it. Or is there always a punishment for it on the day of judgement. Answer: As-salamu ‘alaykum Anyone who sincerely repents from a sin will be forgiven and will not face the […]
Answered by Shaykh Jamir Meah Question Asslamu Alaykum Some people argue that all human actions can be divided into two categories. These categories are: 1. Worship 2. Interactions and Transactions In the first category no action is allowed unless it has been specifically sanctioned by Sacred Law. In the second category any action is allowed […]
Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question: Asslamu Alaykum “My life is a great good for you, you will relate about me and it will be related to you, and my death is a great good for you, your actions will be shown to me and if I see goodness I will praise Allah, and if […]