Transactions (Hanafi)

September 21, 2025 1 min

Is Selling Maps of Non-Muslim Lands Permissible?

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Is it permissible to sell shaded-relief maps of non-Muslim countries or historical empires, and am I responsible if someone misuses them for harmful purposes? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. The sale of a map is permissible in itself. This ruling is not changed […]
September 21, 2025 2 mins

Is Paying for Cancellations Apps for Driving Test Permissible?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to pay for a cancellation app that helps book earlier driving tests, even though success depends on others cancelling? Does this resemble gambling, and is it allowed in cases of necessity? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are […]
September 20, 2025 2 mins

Can Employers Withhold Wages for Missing Clock-Ins?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible under Islamic law for an employer to withhold wages if an employee fails to clock in, even if they worked, as a way to enforce timekeeping procedures? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and […]
September 19, 2025 2 mins

Can Surplus Child Benefits Be Lent to Others?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it haram to take a loan from someone whose income comes from government child benefits? I borrowed money from a family member whose main income is government child benefits, due to having disabled children. I plan to repay the loan, but I’m concerned whether using this money is […]
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