Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Is an adult brother allowed to insult or hit his elder sister unless she commits a sinful act? Is the sister allowed to retaliate, and how should she respond? Answer Thank you for your question. It is not permissible for a man to hit his sister, even if she […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I have had difficulty adjusting my sleep schedule since I’ve begun praying for Fajr. Any tips/advice? Answer Thank you for your question. One may indeed find a hard time getting back to sleep or getting up when the prayers are so close together. May Allah Most High give all […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I had to undergo a medical procedure eight years ago after being diagnosed with endometriosis. My doctor advised me to have a laparoscopy and hysteroscopy (i.e. a camera inserted into the uterus via the vagina). Furthermore, the gynecologist who performed the surgical procedure was male. Following the procedure, I […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Is it permissible to wear clothes made of pigskin or dog (canine) leather? Is it allowed to sell clothes or articles made of dogs or pigs? Is it allowed to pray with clothes made of dog or pork in the Shafi’i school? Answer Thank you for your question. In […]