Shafi'i Fiqh

August 27, 2023 5 mins

Is It Permissible to Change One’s Physical Features On a Photo?

Answered by Ustadh Fariduddin Dingle Question Is it permissible to change one’s face or other physical features using a photo editing app? Answer Thank you for your important question. Making a digital picture of yourself with edited features would not be categorically forbidden, but should be avoided because many scholars would take issue with it, […]
August 26, 2023 3 mins

How Should Places at Extreme Northerly Latitudes Calculate Prayer Times?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question To the best of my knowledge, the time for ‘Isha prayer commences when the sun is 12 degrees below the horizon, known as nautical twilight. Fajr prayer begins when the first hint of light becomes visible on the eastern horizon. Most sources indicate this occurs around 18 degrees below the […]
August 26, 2023 3 mins

What Are the Guidelines When Interacting with Non-practicing Relatives?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question As a Muslim, keeping friendships with our family and relatives is essential. But what are the guidelines when they are not pious? I know that Muslims should avoid socializing with sinful people and people who commit major sins every day, whether publicly or privately. Also, my brother is an […]
August 26, 2023 4 mins

Can We Transact with Oppressors and Their Supporters?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is buying products or watching movies produced by oppressors, oppressive governments, or their supporters unlawful? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases Him. Amin. Believers should not be loyal and support those who defy Allah, […]