Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is a Western marriage certificate a valid Islamic marriage? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat clarifies whether a Western marriage certificate fulfills the requirements of a valid Islamic marriage. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to terminate a 4-week pregnancy due to physical and mental hardship? I am 4 weeks pregnant and already have four children, including one with autism and a toddler. I suffer from severe back problems and often struggle mentally. Would it be permissible to terminate the pregnancy […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it valid for a non-practicing Muslim man to marry a Hindu woman who secretly agrees to convert to Islam, despite family opposition and legal challenges? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Six years ago, someone jokingly proposed a nikah between me and a boy without serious intent, and I don’t remember my response. No one involved recalls it clearly, and the boy denies it happened. I’ve repented, but I’m now engaged and worried—will my nikah be valid? Answer In the […]