Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question I’ve discovered a couple of hadiths that describe Sayyida ‘Aisha and Sayyiduna ‘Umar (may Allah be pleased with them) hitting themselves after learning that the Prophet (may Allah bless him and give him peace) passed away. I’ve also heard that such mourning is haram, so I wondered if the […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  Can a man slit his eyebrows to mimic a scar to look rugged or more manly? And not in a desire to imitate the disbelievers? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to that which is pleasing […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Abu Musa said that the Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace) disavowed himself of women who raise their voices and shave their heads (at times of loss). Does it mean if a woman shaves their head or speaks loudly, they will not be Muslim because […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I understand that any dua can be said aloud or in one’s heart. Does this apply to hearing the adhan & when hearing the Prophet’s name (Allah bless him and give him peace)? After I hear his name, can I say “Salla Allahu Alayhi Wa Sallam” in my heart, […]