Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question There is a popular Disney movie called Moana. Many little kids, esp. little girls, love listening to the song “You’re Welcome” from it because of its catchy tune. However, it revolves around meeting a demi-god of wind and sea. Some lyrics are like the below: “What can I say […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I have been in a relationship with a boy for five and a half years. Recently he has started behaving so roughly with me. He said he would marry me at the end of this year. But nowadays, his behavior seems like he doesn’t even want to get married. […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question  How do I find a mentor to help me better understand my religion? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate I am pleased to hear about your desire to gain a deeper understanding of religion. The Messenger of Allah (may Allah bless him and give […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is praying behind a non-Hanafi imam makruh? Answer The position of many leading scholars is that you should pray behind anyone who is qualified to lead, no matter which of the four schools he follows. That is most in line with the spirit of Islam and the command of […]