Education

April 24, 2026 2 mins

Can Muslims Use VR Simulations to Develop Therapeutic and Counseling Skills?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible in the Hanafi school to participate in a virtual reality (VR) psychology training program that involves simulated conversations with computer-generated patients to develop therapeutic skills? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank […]
April 10, 2026 2 mins

Is Using AI for Child-Friendly Islamic Education Permissible?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is using artificial intelligence for child-friendly Islamic education permissible, and what limits apply? Answer I pray you are well. Yes, this would be permissible if artificial intelligence is being used to develop child-friendly educational material. The Necessary Limits The applicable normal limits are clear. The content must be wholesome. This […]
January 25, 2026 4 mins

How Can I Ensure My Child Stays Connected to the Deen While at University?

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How can I ensure my child stays connected to the Deen while at university? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. The most critical factor in ensuring that a child remains connected to the Deen while at university is what is done before the child ever […]
November 30, 2025 2 mins

Can Women Study Ayurveda While Avoiding Impermissible Beliefs?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question In Ayurvedic medicine, we learn both modern and traditional subjects. There is an Ayurvedic belief that the origin of Ayurveda is from Brahma, who possessed knowledge of Ayurveda and passed it on to someone, who in turn passed it on to others, with six students ultimately inheriting the knowledge. […]
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