Shafi'i Fiqh

October 5, 2023 3 mins

Should I Remain Estranged from My Family?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I am a convert and was estranged from my family for many years before I converted. However, recently, I have been made aware that they are asking after me and would like a relationship. I would rather keep my distance and not see them at all. Would it be […]
October 5, 2023 4 mins

Can You Expand on What to Do When a Muslim Baby Is Born?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I’ve read this answer on the SeekersGuidance website about the sunnah of receiving a newborn baby. I have a baby coming in a few days in sha Allah and I need details about the following: When to do ‘Aqiqa and how and when to give adhan; how to name; […]
October 5, 2023 3 mins

Can a Woman Wear Less Modest Clothing at Home for Her Husband?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I know that when even alone at home we should cover our awrah. What if a husband asks his wife to wear something that exposes the navel-knee area (for the whole day while at home, for example) or to sleep in something like that, would it be allowed? And […]
October 3, 2023 2 mins

How Long Is the Waiting Period after a Divorce?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question If my husband divorces me (by saying it) three times on three different occasions (on one day or a few days apart each time), does this count as an irrevocable divorce? We have no intention to get back together and I was wondering what my Iddah period was? Is […]