Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is using Brown Noise (which masks other distractions and sounds similar to a waterfall) permissible to use while studying? I find it to be effective, but I am unsure. Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I understand that the preponderant opinion of our School disallows recitation (qira’atan) and touching of mushaf during hayd. However, are there differing opinions within the Shafi‘i School regarding this issue? And what rulings and observances would be necessary if one adopted this alternate view? Answer In the Name of Allah, […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If someone performs tayammum (Dry Ablution) after the Zuhr prayer time begins and prays Zuhr, do they need to perform a new tayammum for the Asr prayer? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases Him. […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I was cleaning my clothes, which had become impure, while standing up to let the water drain. After cleaning the clothes, I realized that my lower pants were wet. I’m unsure if my lower pants became impure since I stood up straight while cleaning them. Answer In the Name of Allah, […]