Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does looking at someone’s eyes invalidate prayer—like a child’s eyes while still looking down—or looking at eyes on carpets or shirts? What do eyes represent in prayer, and is it haram to wear clothing with eyes on it? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Looking […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question As someone diagnosed with bipolar disorder, my doctors advise limiting prayer to once or twice weekly due to its impact on my condition. From an Islamic perspective, am I required to pray five times daily despite this medical advice? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question As a mother of young children, I often face challenges in prayer. If my child with a soiled diaper touches me, does it invalidate my prayer? How can I manage distractions from concern for their safety? Is it permissible to watch them through a monitoring app while praying? If […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Abu Bakr Badhib Question What is the Shafi‘i’s say on the validity of prayer performed while sitting due to illness or other legitimate excuses, and how should the prayer be adjusted? Answer In the name of Allah, and all praise is due to Allah, and blessings and peace be upon […]