Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question During her ‘idda (waiting period), can a widow use her late husband’s belongings, such as food, furniture, and appliances, without the heirs’ permission? Is she required to compensate them afterward? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Thank you for your question. A widow is […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it an Islamic right for chaste men to seek chaste women for marriage? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses how to balance personal standards with Islamic guidance when seeking righteous spouses. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does touching one’s wife with the intention to consummate affect marriage? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick clarifies if touching one’s wife with the intention of consummation completes a marriage contract. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In the Shafi‘i School, does saying “In sha Allah” after accepting a marriage (nikah) contract impact its validity? The bridegroom unintentionally used the phrase, saying “Accepted, In sha Allah,” without intending to condition his acceptance. Does this affect the contract? Answer In the Name of Allah, Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]