Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Can a man in ihram wear more than the two standard cloths when he needs additional covering for illness, cold weather, or because the cloth becomes see-through when wet? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. You are not restricted to only two clothes. The […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question When performing multiple ‘Umras, should one trim each time and shave at the end? Answer I pray you are well. Trimming or Shaving After Each ‘Umra In each ‘Umra, one must exit Ihram by either trimming or shaving the hair. If one chooses to trim, then a noticeable amount should […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question During ihram, does washing one’s hands and feet with scented soap for the purpose of cleaning (not perfuming) require a dam? If a sacrifice is required and one cannot afford it, is there an alternative expiation, or must it be performed once one becomes financially able? Answer In the […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How did the Hanafis derive from the Quran and Sunna that four rounds of tawaf fulfill the fard, while seven rounds are wajib? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. The Quranic Command and Its Usuli Implication The analysis begins with Allah Most High’s command in […]