Answered by The SeekersGuidance Answers Team Question Since the Quran and Sunna mention the hand and the face of Allah Most High, and the breathing of the spirit into Adam, someone might ask whether other human terms apply in the same way. He already understands that whatever is said of Allah must befit Him, and […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can one respectfully use the religious titles or names of deities and figures from other faiths when speaking with followers of those faiths? Can one quote non-Abrahamic scriptures in a multifaith, non-religious setting to highlight a moral principle, or praise an aspect of another religion in general? Most importantly, […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question With the violence and suffering faced by Muslims in Palestine and Lebanon, should a Muslim hate Jewish people or feel glad when hatred toward Jews grows in their community? Answer In the Name of Allah, the All-Merciful, the Especially Merciful. Wa alaykum al-salam. No, a Muslim should hate oppression […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question My mother left Islam and said it was because of my practices, like wearing trousers above the ankle, praying for a long time, lowering my gaze, and giving up music. I feel responsible because I did not always treat her well. I feel sad and lost. Have I sinned, […]