Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I wanted to know if wearing a cloak on top of your garments, or what is known as a “chadar” in the Indian subcontinent, is considered sunna. Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Can I use the principle that “matters which are not overlooked in primary concerns, can be overlooked in secondary concerns” in my life without constantly asking an Islamic scholar through my own judgment? If so, then how can I apply this principle in my life correctly with the sincere […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have heard different rulings on what intentions you have to make for makeup prayers and would appreciate some clarification. What intention do you have to make when making up a missed prayer, and what intention do you have to make for each prayer when you have multiple makeup prayers? […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In my previous job, a benefit was the equivalent of a 6% salary invested in a retirement fund. None of the funds was religiously compliant, so I didn’t sign up and assumed I’d miss this benefit. I learned later that a fund was chosen for me without my consent. I […]