Shafi'i Fiqh

April 28, 2023 2 mins

Can I Have a Nikah and Move In with My Wife Later?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I am a 21-year-old man who wants to get married to a 20-year-old girl. We are both currently studying and have no income at the moment. Is it permissible to get married and live separately with our parents until we start to earn? Then in sha’ Allah, she will […]
April 16, 2023 2 mins

Is it Obligatory to Consummate One’s Marriage?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I would like to know if consummating one’s marriage is an obligation in Islam. If not, is it permissible for a husband and wife (had nikah) to sleep together even though they have not moved into their own home or consummated the marriage? Answer In the Name of Allah, the […]
April 15, 2023 2 mins

Is It Permissible to Use an App That Uses a Prohibited Picture?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to use an app that has a cartoon on it, of part of what looked like an advertisement that resembled a prohibited painting attempting to depict “the Hand of God” and the hand of Prophet Adam (Allah bless him and give him peace)? I’m not sure if […]
April 15, 2023 4 mins

Should I Make My Family Turn Off the Music in My House?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If I hear music being played in my house, for example, nursery rhymes, I am not putting them on. Do I have to turn it off when I have the chance? I am curious to know if it’s correct. Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]