Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I told someone that breaking a fard prayer due to disturbance is not permissible, but I did not explain valid excuses, as I was unsure. Did I speak without knowledge? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. If you stated that breaking a fard (obligatory) prayer […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to study with and take authorization (Ijaza) from a well-known Shaykh if I have doubts about his beliefs (‘Aqida) on certain issues? Answer In the Name of Allah, the All-Merciful, the Especially Merciful. The permissibility of studying with a Shaykh and taking Ijaza (formal authorization to transmit […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Can one rely on AI for religious answers? Answer Absolutely not. Allah Most High warns us against accepting information from untrustworthy sources. In the Quran, He says: “O believers, if an evildoer brings you any news, verify it…” [Quran, 49:6] The Importance of Verification The preservation of our religion […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I feel disconnected from worldly life and drawn toward spiritual growth. I want to leave my studies and pursue Islamic education, but I don’t know how to proceed. What should I do? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. It is commendable that you feel drawn […]