Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question A mother is facing a family crisis: her adult daughter suffers from severe suicidal thoughts and self-harm and has threatened to end her life unless her mother divorces her disabled husband (the daughter’s stepfather). Despite medical treatment, Ruqya, and living arrangements that limit contact, the daughter’s condition has not improved. […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I once was close to a female online classmate, a divorcee with two kids. She got engaged due to family pressure and mockery, but was unhappy because her fiancé insulted her. I advised her to prioritize her peace, leading her to end the engagement. I also confessed I had […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I believe that this world is temporary and that every soul will return to Allah one day. I wish for my shroud to be provided by my husband. May I include this as part of my mahr? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate I […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have a question that confuses me. Her husband asked Atiqa bint Zayd not to marry after he was martyred, and a year later, Umar told her to get married to him. I am curious how that reconciles with Abdullah ibn Abu Bakr’s worldly wishes and his wishes in the […]