Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How can I ensure my child stays connected to the Deen while at university? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. The most critical factor in ensuring that a child remains connected to the Deen while at university is what is done before the child ever […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible for a father to be away from his children for long periods without a valid reason? Answer I pray you are well. No, it is not permissible for a father to be absent from his children for extended periods without a valid and genuine reason. Two Situations […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Do I have to obey my parents if they forbid me from wearing the hijab? Answer I pray you are well. In this situation, you do not have to obey your parents. There is a broader discussion among scholars regarding the extent to which parents must be obeyed. While it […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My parents’ marriage ended before I was born, but my father stayed with his ex-wife’s family since the ’90s, relying on social security after early retirement without savings. His options are: (1) move to Pakistan and live comfortably on US social security, (2) I help pay his rent, risking […]