Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Someone has claimed that the funeral prayer could even be obligatory for non-Muslims, using Quran 9:84 as evidence, and arguing that only Allah knows who died upon disbelief. Is this understanding correct? And is the person excused for this misreading? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I was speaking to someone about a matter I knew a nearby person, who was praying, was interested in, and I was aware it might distract him, yet I spoke anyway. Am I sinful? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. Set your heart at ease; […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can I pray in a restroom if my job does not allow me to pray elsewhere? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Praying in a restroom is generally discouraged and disliked due to its proximity to impurities. Where there is genuinely no other option, however, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question A seller maintains passive online listings that automatically complete transactions when a buyer makes a purchase. He asks: if a sale occurs during the Jumu‘a prayer window without any action on his part, has he committed a sin? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. No. […]