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How Should I Act When Working with Non-Muslims?

Answered by Shaykh Jamir Meah Question: Assalamu alaykum I am working and my workmates are non-muslims. Here in Philippines, muslims are only 14% in total population of our country. I am the only one muslim in the workplace. I want to have an advice from you regarding having non-muslim workmates. How can I deal with […]

Do I Have to Wear a Niqab in a Muslim Country?

Answered by Ustadh Tabraze Azam Question: Assalam alaykum I wish to seek a dispensation on the issue of niqab being obligatory. I think I should mention I live in Iraq as I know the ruling on niqab is different to those in the west. Regarding what falls under nudity I stick to the hanafi school […]

How to Avoid to Spread Filth When Washing My Hands?

Answered by Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan Question: Assalam alaykum, 1. When washing my hands that have najasah on them, does the water that splashes from my hands onto the sides of the sink become dirty or remain clean? 2. One opinion says that madhi (pre-ejeculate) is impure, but is then considered Pure when mixed with mani […]

Can We Pray to Allah to Make Us a Change Agent?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question: Assalamu alaykum I observe corruption of the religion in my community but I do not have sufficient capacity to correct it more so it will take years of effort and struggle. Although I made it part of my life goal to do the best within my capacity, sometimes I […]

How to Raise Children in Difficult Environments?

Answered by  Habib Umar bin Hafiz Question: Assalam aleykum A woman who lives with her husband and children in a non-Muslim home, what is her responsibility in safeguarding her faith and the faith of her children? Answer: [Assalam alaykum] She is responsible for: -Filling her heart and the hearts of her children with the love of Allah, […]

Is It Wrong to Name My Baby Miraj in Islam?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question: Assalamu alaykum Is it wrong to name my baby Miraj in Islam? Answer: Wa ‘alaykum as-salam wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh Thank you for your question. There is nothing wrong with naming a child Miraj as it is not inherently impermissible, nor does it have a negative meaning. The Messenger […]