Death

July 27, 2025 1 min

Can a Family Member Lead the Janaza Prayer of a Deceased Relative?—Shaykh Abdu...

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can a family member lead the janaza prayer of a deceased relative? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains whether it is permissible for a family member to lead the Janaza prayer of a deceased relative. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English […]
July 6, 2025 4 mins

Can Women Visit Graves According to Shafi‘i School?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible for women to visit graves, and how do scholars interpret the hadith that appears to prohibit it? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Visiting graves is an established Sunna for men, as it softens the heart, reminds one of the Hereafter, and […]
May 18, 2025 3 mins

What Is the Sunna for Offering and Receiving Condolences?

Answered by Shaykh Anas al-Musa Question What is the sunna regarding condolences for the family of the deceased and those offering condolences? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy […]
April 20, 2025 4 mins

Am I Liable if a Patient Dies Due to Withholding Basic Medical Care?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Am I religiously liable for a patient’s death if I did not stop their infusion, provide food or drink, or convince the family to continue care? If the patient could have died from their illness, dehydration, lack of medication, or hospice intervention, what are the Islamic consequences? Would expiation through […]
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