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August 13, 2026 3 mins

Is a Degree Obtained Through a False Disability Certificate Valid?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question A friend secured university admission under a disability quota with lower merit, then completed the degree through his own study and effort. The disability certificate was difficult to obtain, so a reference (connection) was used to obtain it. He now doubts whether he genuinely meets the required level of […]
August 13, 2026 2 mins

Is Helping My Parents Pay a Riba-Based Loan Impermissible?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question  My parents took out a home loan. My father transferred money to my account, and my mother asked me to withdraw it and accompany her to the bank to pay an installment on the loan. I am not the borrower, guarantor, or witness to the loan agreement. According to […]
August 12, 2026 3 mins

Is It Permissible to Watch Calisthenics Videos in Which the Awra Is Exposed?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question  There is a brother who would like to take up calisthenics. At present, he cannot afford a personal trainer. Can he watch the videos, read the articles, and try to avoid looking at pictures or footage of people who do not properly cover their awra? Answer In the Name […]
August 12, 2026 4 mins

Does Comparing My Wife to a Divorcee Count as Divorce?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Soon after our wedding, my wife planned to stay at her parents’ house, and I said in jest, “Why are you sleeping alone at your parents’ house? That’s divorcee behavior.” I did not call her a divorcee, and I had no intention of divorce. Is this a divorce, or […]
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