Modesty

October 25, 2026 5 mins

May a Muslim Girl Wear Loose Trousers, Jackets and Short Tops Instead of Skirts?

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am developing my own liking of clothes. Am I sinful for not liking skirts, long dresses, pink, red, makeup and shiny clothes? I prefer simple, structured clothing. How can I dress in front of mahrams and ladies? I overthink a lot. Can I wear jackets, jumpsuits, hoodies, blazers […]
October 23, 2026 5 mins

Is a Septum Piercing Permissible, or Only a Nostril Piercing?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I got a septum piercing recently, as I thought that the same rulings apply to all types of nose piercings. But now I am not sure if it is permissible to have a septum piercing. Hence, I wanted to know about the rulings on that. Summary Answer: In the […]
October 23, 2026 4 mins

May I Take Swimming Lessons with a Female Instructor in a Mixed Public Pool?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I am a Muslim woman, and I am interested in learning how to swim. Unfortunately, there are no facilities in my area that offer private swimming lessons in a women-only environment. I have found an opportunity to take swimming lessons with a female instructor; however, the lessons would take […]
August 26, 2026 5 mins

Is a Mixed Gym Permissible If I Lower My Gaze?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Most gyms in my city are mixed. Some people say men should not go because of this. Others argue that if there is only one or two women, lowering your gaze is enough, and they point out that mixed universities have even more mixing but are still accepted. How […]
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