Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I divorced my wife twice over two years ago, but I intended to continue the marriage. Since then, we have had no physical relationship, and she is asking for six months to wait. Is the marriage still valid? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I was diagnosed with PTSD from childhood sexual abuse. I don’t remember everything, but I believe I was abused. I’m in therapy, and today my therapist suggested I masturbate because I have no sexual experience besides the abuse. I don’t desire it, but she said it might help prevent […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Am I involved in Riba by accepting a flat from social housing if it was built through interest-based loans, and rent contributes to loan repayment? Answer I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for your question. You are not involved in interest (riba) by renting […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My late mother, who divorced her ex-husband in 2016, supported him financially when he was ill. Years later, while she was hospitalized with cancer, he sent her money without asking. She said she returned it before her death, but it’s unclear if she did. After her passing, he found […]