Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If a country prohibits polygamy, is a second marriage still valid in Islam, and would the wife require a religious divorce to remarry? Similarly, if a husband issues talaq in a country where divorce is illegal, is the couple Islamically divorced even though breaking the law was sinful? Answer The […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to compliment or encourage others—for example, by saying they look nice or did a good job—if it is done moderately and sincerely, without exaggeration or causing arrogance? Answer It is permissible–and sometimes praiseworthy–to offer sincere and positive compliments. This should be done truthfully and without exaggeration; […]

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question The ULIP Structure A Unit-Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP) consists of two components: Insurance: A fixed, non-refundable mortality charge is deducted from the investment to provide life insurance coverage. Investment: Funds are invested in a portfolio composed exclusively of Shari‘a-compliant stocks and companies. Are such ULIPs permissible (Halal) under Shari‘a? The primary […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to call someone an “angel” as a way of praising their good character or kind heart? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Yes, it is generally permissible to call someone an “angel” metaphorically to praise their good character, as long as […]