Mental Health

January 19, 2025 3 mins

What Should Be Done If a Husband Refuses to Agree to Khula?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I have been married for 13 years and initiated khula, but my husband is now refusing to agree. I feel trapped and seek guidance on navigating this situation while maintaining emotional well-being and adhering to Islamic principles. Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate There […]
January 18, 2025 3 mins

What Does Istikhfaf (Belittling) a Ruling of Islam Mean and What Does It Entail?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question What does istikhfaf mean? Does it mean taking sins lightly or taking sins lightly without mocking or denying it also kufr? Is kufr iyadh and istikhfaf same? Is taking sins lightly also kufr iyadh? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate I pray you are […]
January 18, 2025 4 mins

How Can I Escape My Curse of Failure in Life and Suicidal Thoughts?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question A person is struggling with failure in life, experiencing suicidal thoughts, and the family previously dealt with someone who may have engaged in inappropriate practices. Could this be a curse, and how should it be addressed? Answer Thank you for your question. I urge you not to look at […]
January 12, 2025 4 mins

Was My Childhood Sexual Abuse Due to Allah Punishing Me?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I was sexually abused as a child by an older cousin. I have been to therapy and trying to work through this; however, I feel so broken and unloved even by Allah; I pray and practice Islam but sometimes feel that I am unworthy of Allah and Islam. Sometimes […]
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