Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to deliver non-halal foods? I am considering working as a food delivery driver. This may involve having to deliver pork and non-halal food. A bit of context: As you know, it’s not as easy to find jobs and make money as it used to be. So I’m […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I would like to know if it is permissible to work as a Research Analyst in alternative investment firms (which include private equity, venture capital, credit, real estate, and hedge funds.) Please guide me on whether working in this role is permissible for all alternative investment firms or only for […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is the perfume “Christian Dior Sauvage” Halal? Mainly because of the Christian part of the name. How about other perfume names, such as Hermes (which is based on an ancient false deity)? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it necessary to perform the act of “niyya” (intention) simultaneously with the first obligatory step (washing the face)? I find it challenging to perform the intention and simultaneously maintain consciousness of the mind. Due to my OCD and anxiety, I believe these conditions might contribute to my difficulty thinking […]