Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question An Islamophobic person claimed that the Prophet and Caliph ‘Umar prevented women from learning to write, citing Imam Ghazali’s works. He also said Imam Ghazali stated that women are cursed by Allah with pregnancy and menstruation, implying hatred towards women. Are these claims true? Did Imam Ghazali make such […]

Answered by Ustadh Sufyan Qufi  Question I was wondering, when studying Fiqh as a layman, should one always follow the mu’tamad position or follow one’s teachers, even if they do not follow the official view of the Madhab? Answer I pray this finds you in the best of states. It is obligatory to follow the […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul Sami‘ al-Yakti Question What are the etiquettes of eating and drinking, and how can I teach my children to adhere to them without burdening them? Answer Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon the master of the messengers, his family, and all his companions. […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul Sami‘ al-Yakti Question How can we make our children love the Companions of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. Loving […]