Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is the translation of the following verse accurate: “Indeed, We have constructed the heaven with might, and indeed, We are its expanders” Some claim that earlier scholars did not translate it this way and that sama’ only means “sky” and not “heaven.” Is this assertion false? Can you provide […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is my father’s income halal if he works in a tax collection department where taxes are used for both public services and official protocols? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for your question. […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Is my 22-year-old brother eligible for zakat if he depends on my parents? Does buying a high-end phone invalidate Zakat? Is a delayed intention valid? If invalid, must I repay it as zakat or count it as charity? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How should I handle my father’s anger and accusations when I am unable to help my uncle and aunt, given that they misrepresent my refusal to help? Answer Thank you for your question. I empathize with the frustration of being misrepresented, and I pray that you find patience, open […]